On Sunday, June 3, 2007, at a general meeting of the Ndi-Igbo in Arkansas, the members of Ndi-Igbo in Arkansas unanimously voted to reinstate Chief Ocy Ilodianya ( alias "Nwatolue" ) as the President of the Ndi-Igbo in Arkansas. Chief Ilodianya is the founder of Ndi-Igbo in Arkansas organization. He is among the distinctive persons who worked tirelessly toward the progress of Ndi-Igbo in Arkansas. Members of Ndi-Igbo in Arkansas trust that Chief Ilodianya will lead them towards the rebirth of the Igbo community in Arkansas particularly during the current toxic situation.

Chief Ilodianya is married with three children. He has a Masters degree in Criminal Justice from University of Arkansas, Little Rock. He is a licensed Alcohol and Drug counselor and has worked in this field for several years. His professional credentials include LADAC, ACADC, CCS, and CCDVC.

We are pleased to have Chief Ocy Ilodianya back as our President. Congratulations Chief Nwatolue Ocy Ilodianya.

Respectfully submitted,

Ogbuefi Nnamdi Sam Okanume
Secretary, Council of Elders
Ndi-Igbo in Arkansas

Photo Above: Chief Ocy Ilodianya ( alias "Nwatolue" )