“I Am The First Woman In My Hometown To Be Made A Chief” – Chimamanda Adichie Reveals (Video)

Award-winning Nigerian novelist, Chimamanda Adichie, has revealed that she is the first woman to be conferred a Chieftaincy title in her hometown.

The came days after the writer was conferred with a chieftaincy title of ‘Odeluwa Abba’ of Abba in Anambra state.

Chimamanda made this know in a post via her Instagram page.

The occasion was honoured with dignitaries like the Labor Party presidential aspirant, Peter Obi and Governor of Anambra State, Charles Soludo, amongst other dignitaries are present at the ceremony.

Appreciating those who supported her during the chieftaincy ceremony on Wednesday, Adichie said her title would open doors of recognition for other accomplished women in their chosen careers.

In her words; “I am so grateful to my people of Abba in Anambra State for their warmth and love, for their enthusiastic support. And to Igwe L.N. Ezeh, who has always valued education, for giving me the title of “Odeluwa” — ‘the one who writes for the world.’ (My father received the title of “Odelora” — ‘the one who writes for the community” and the symbolism means very much to me.)

“I am the first woman in my hometown to be made a chief, and it makes me happy to know that more women will follow. Culture does not make people, people make culture. Cultures thrive when they best serve and reflect the people. Ours must become a culture that celebrates achievement, whether it comes from a man or a woman.

“It was a day filled with joyful moments but the highlight for me was the sight of many children on the dusty road, laughing and waving and shouting ‘Odeluwa!’ Amongst them, I hope, were little girls with their hearts full of dreams who feel encouraged to keep trying, to keep going”.