Dimeze Day Glory as Eze Amaku Honours High Chief Pauline Nkem Duruaku with Kpakpandu Title
By Emeka Amaefula
The ancient kingdom of Iho Dimeze Autonomous Community in Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State will witness a landmark moment on Saturday, 27th December 2025, as His Royal Majesty, Eze (Dr.) Martin Chieze Amaku, Dimeze II, confers the revered title of Kpakpandu 1 of Iho Dimeze on High Chief Pauline Nkem Duruaku, Agu Nwanyi 1 of Ikeduru, during the grand Dimeze Day Festival.
The installation, scheduled to take place at the Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu Stadium, Iho Town, is a crowning recognition of High Chief Pauline’s decades of selfless service, philanthropy, and steadfast commitment to the growth and unity of Iho Dimeze Ancient Kingdom. The honour reflects the kingdom’s appreciation of a woman whose life has been devoted to uplifting her people and preserving the community’s enduring values and traditions.
High Chief Pauline Nkem Duruaku’s journey of service began early in life following her marriage to the late Chief Timothy Duruaku at the age of 17. Since then, she has remained a constant pillar of support to her community, distinguished by compassion, resilience, and an unwavering sense of responsibility to her roots. Her contributions span social welfare, mentorship, and community development, earning her deep respect across generations.
An accomplished entrepreneur, High Chief Pauline successfully manages thriving business interests in Nigeria and the United States of America, exemplifying a rare blend of enterprise, leadership, and social consciousness. Beyond business, she is widely celebrated as a devoted mother and a champion of women’s empowerment.
She is the founder of the Odogwu Ladies Social Club International, a platform dedicated to mentoring and empowering women through education, health advocacy, and economic initiatives. The club is scheduled for formal inauguration on 5th January 2026 in Owerri, Imo State, further underscoring her commitment to sustainable community development.
The Dimeze Day celebration and installation ceremony are expected to attract royal fathers, traditional rulers, political leaders, captains of industry, sons and daughters of Iho Dimeze at home and in the diaspora, as well as numerous well-wishers who have followed High Chief Pauline’s impactful journey over the years.
Her elevation to Kpakpandu 1 is more than a personal milestone; it is a celebration of resilience, integrity, and service-driven leadership, and a powerful reminder that true honour is earned through lasting impact on one’s community.
As the people of Iho Dimeze gather in unity and joy to celebrate their heritage, High Chief Pauline Nkem Duruaku has also extended prayers for continued peace, good health, prosperity, and divine wisdom for His Royal Majesty, the Eze-in-Council, and the entire kingdom, expressing hope for a brighter and more glorious future for Iho Dimeze Ancient Kingdom.
—-Emeka Amaefula—
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