Aronwanteje Crowned as New Eze Egwu Ekpili in Anambra
On September 19th, 2025, history was made in Ukwulu, Anambra State, as His Royal Highness Peter Uyanwa, the traditional ruler of Ukwulu Aborgu, officially crowned popular Igbo musician Aronwanteje — the voice behind the viral anthem “Origiridi Kedu Eze Nukpo” — as the new Eze Egwu Ekpili (King of Egwu Ekpili music).
For many, this moment feels like the long-awaited revival of a throne left vacant since the passing of icons Ozoemena Nsugbe and Morocco Maduka, who once carried the torch of Egwu Ekpili to national acclaim. Aronwanteje's coronation signals both recognition of his artistry and a symbolic continuity of a genre deeply rooted in Igbo culture.
But the announcement has also stirred conversation. Some fans are celebrating, while others are asking: Does a traditional monarch have the final say in crowning the king of a music genre, or should that honor come from within the music community itself? Could this be the dawn of a new era for Egwu Ekpili, or will it spark fresh debates on tradition versus industry recognition? What are your Thoughts?
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