His Royal Majesty, Eze Kalu Kalu Ogbu IV, Esq., the Enachioken of Abiriba Kingdom and Paramount Ruler of the Abiriba people, has been honoured with the prestigious Integrity Royal Father of the Year Award 2026 by the Nigerian Association of Christian Journalists (NACJ).

The distinguished award was presented to the revered traditional ruler in recognition of his exemplary leadership, integrity, commitment to the development of his people and his contributions to the promotion of peace, unity and moral values in society.

The award ceremony took place at the Airport Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, where prominent personalities, traditional rulers, journalists, community leaders and other dignitaries gathered to celebrate individuals who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to integrity, service and positive impact in society.

Eze Kalu Kalu Ogbu IV, who is widely respected for his leadership role in Abiriba Kingdom, has continued to provide purposeful traditional leadership while championing the welfare, unity and progress of his people.

As the Enachioken of Abiriba Kingdom, the monarch occupies a significant position in the cultural and traditional affairs of the Abiriba people. His recognition by the NACJ further highlights the importance of traditional institutions in promoting responsible leadership, peaceful coexistence and community development.

The Integrity Royal Father of the Year Award 2026 adds to the growing recognition of Eze Kalu Kalu Ogbu IV’s contributions to society and his commitment to the values of honour, integrity and service.

Speaking on the honour, well-meaning Nigerians and members of the Abiriba community have continued to felicitate with the monarch, describing the award as a fitting recognition of his leadership and contributions to his people.

The occasion also provided an opportunity for guests to celebrate the enduring relevance of traditional leadership and the role of royal fathers in fostering unity, peace and development across communities in Nigeria.

The honour is therefore seen as not only a recognition of Eze Kalu Kalu Ogbu IV as a royal father, but also a celebration of the values of integrity, responsible leadership and service to humanity.