The Mayor of Ikwuano Local Government Council, Dr. Anthony Nzeribe Nwaubani, has joined prominent academics, political leaders, and other distinguished personalities at the official launch of The Art of Leadership, a book authored by Prince Ugochukwu Ezeribe, in an event that displayed the importance of leadership knowledge, personal development, and the promotion of intellectual contributions to society.
The book launch, held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the Multipurpose Hall of the Ikwuano Local Government Council, Isiala Oboro, attracted an array of notable personalities from the academic, political, and public sectors. Mayor Nwaubani attended the occasion alongside his executives, demonstrating his participation in an event that brought together stakeholders to celebrate literary achievement and examine the principles of effective leadership.
Titled The Art of Leadership: A Transformational Approach and Management Process, the book was presented as an important contribution to discussions on leadership, administration, and the responsibilities associated with positions of authority. Its author, Prince Ugochukwu Ezeribe, holds qualifications in Engineering, Business Administration, and a doctorate degree. The publication was described in the event's publicity materials as an award-winning book.
In his remarks during the event, the Ikwuano Mayor expressed support for the book launch and pledged to make a donation towards its success. Nwaubani's gesture also highlighted the importance of encouraging authors, intellectual initiatives, and platforms that bring people together to exchange ideas on leadership and development.
The event featured the Vice Chancellor of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Prof. Ursula Ngozi Akanwa, who delivered the keynote address, as well as the Deputy Vice Chancellor of Abia State University, Prof. Ugoeze Roseline Ihuoma Ndimele, who chaired the occasion. Dr. Chiedozie Atuonwu served as the book reviewer, providing an academic perspective on the publication. Their presence added intellectual depth to the gathering and highlighted the role of higher institutions in promoting knowledge and leadership development.
Other distinguished guests listed for the occasion included the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti; Senator Austin Akobundu, representing Abia Central Senatorial District; Hon. Obi Aguocha, member representing Ikwuano/Umuahia North and Umuahia South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives; former Deputy Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Chinedum Orji; former federal lawmakers Hon. Sam Onuigbo and Hon. Emeka Atuma; Hon. Boniface Isienyi, member representing Ikwuano State Constituency; and Chief Henry Ikoh, former Minister of State for Science and Technology. Dr. Ugochukwu Victor Ezeribe was also identified among the personalities associated with the event.
The gathering provided an opportunity for guests to reflect on the significance of leadership principles in public service, organisational management, and community development. The presence of the Ikwuano Mayor and other public officeholders further demonstrated the connection between intellectual engagement and the responsibilities of governance. Leadership, as explored by the book's central theme, requires more than occupying a position of authority; it demands sound judgment, accountability, a clear sense of purpose, and a commitment to the welfare of the people.
Mayor Nwaubani's presence at the event formed part of the wider engagement between public leadership and initiatives that promote learning, creativity, and the exchange of ideas. And by pledging support for the book launch, he joined other participants in recognising the value of encouraging authors and creating opportunities for discussions on effective leadership.