Igwe

Igwe
GenderMale
Origin
MeaningTitle holder
Region of originSouth east

Igwe (meaning "Sky"), // ⓘ is a royal title or method of addressing traditional rulers that control autonomous communities in Igboland. In other words, Igbos approximate the term to the HM style. An Igwe is therefore defined as a holder of a title of respect and honor in Igboland. Such a person is otherwise known as an Eze. One of the respected Igwe's in Igboland is Igwe of Nnewi, Igwe Kenneth Onyeneke Orizu III.

Igwe is also invoked as the name of the Igbo Sky Father, the anthropomorphic personification of the heavens themselves.

Igwe is also used as a surname by many Igbos as well.

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