Eze-Ikemba 1, officially receives his appointment letter to the Rivers State Ministry of Health’s TCAM Board Elders Consultative Council

Historic Milestone for Traditional Medicine in Rivers State: Eze-Ikemba 1 Takes the Lead - 247 Yawa Trends reports.

October 17th, 2025, will be remembered as a landmark day in the evolving story of Traditional, Complementary, and Alternative Medicine (TCAM) in Rivers State, Nigeria. On this momentous occasion, His Royal Excellency King Prof. Onyeche Promise Obinna alia Eze-Ikemba 1, a distinguished ancestral king and ambassador, officially received his appointment to the Rivers State Ministry of Health’s TCAM Board Elders Consultative Council. More impressively, he was inaugurated as the Chairman of the TCAM Disciplinary Committee.

This appointment not only honors Eze-Ikemba 1’s remarkable legacy but also marks a new chapter in the formal recognition and regulation of traditional healing practices across the state.

A Royal Appointment Rooted in Deep Cultural Knowledge

Eze-Ikemba 1, whose full title is Eminent King Professor Ambassador Onyeghe Promise Obinna, is a respected figure of the Etche ethnicity and the ancient Ulakwo Agwuruishi Kingdom. Renowned as the first African Royal Emperor of Peace, his global advocacy for ancestral wisdom and natural healing made him the perfect candidate to lead Rivers State’s efforts in integrating traditional medicine with modern health initiatives.

During the appointment ceremony hosted by the Ministry of Health’s TCAM Board, Chairman Hon. Dr. Elechi Johnson and Board Secretary Professor Anastasia N. Akpebe warmly welcomed Eze-Ikemba 1 and other elders, urging them to embrace the responsibility with dedication and integrity. Their message was clear: these roles are not merely honorary titles but vital positions shaping the future of healthcare in Rivers State.

The Task Ahead: Leadership and Integrity

As Chairman of the TCAM Disciplinary Committee, Eze-Ikemba 1 faces the crucial mandate of rooting out fraudulent practitioners who exploit traditional medicine, threatening public health and the reputation of genuine healers. This role is about safeguarding the community and enhancing the credibility of alternative medical practices, ensuring they contribute positively to the well-being of all Rivers State residents.

In his acceptance speech, Eze-Ikemba 1 expressed heartfelt gratitude and a clear vision. He committed to ushering in a new era where training, certification, and licensing of TCAM practitioners across all 23 local government areas would be prioritized. His leadership promises greater professionalism and cooperation within the sector, bridging ancestral wisdom with modern standards.

Looking Ahead: A Future of Hope and Respect for Tradition

This new TCAM leadership signals an exciting movement toward respecting and institutionalizing African cultural heritage in health. By elevating traditional practitioners and encouraging safe, regulated practice, Rivers State is poised to become a model for integrating indigenous knowledge with public health policies.

Congratulations to Eze-Ikemba 1 and the entire TCAM Board on their appointment and fresh responsibilities. Their work redefines not just medicine, but the pride and dignity of African cultural and spiritual traditions in Rivers State and beyond.

Stay tuned for more updates as we follow this promising journey. Together, we celebrate the revival of tradition, the power of community leadership, and a hopeful future for complementary medicine in Nigeria.

Long live His Royal Excellency Eze-Ikemba 1! Long live the TCAM Board! Long live Rivers State and the Federal Republic of Nigeria!