Accolades for Igwe of Umuna, First Class Traditional Ruler with Charismatic Leadership Style

Since ascending the throne of his forefathers in 2003, after the death of his father, HRH Eze F.O Okwara, Okwarachukwu III of Umuna; HRM Eze (Dr.) Douglas Okwara (Okwara Chukwu IV) —the Igwe and Paramount Ruler of Umuna Ancient Kingdom— has ruled the Orlu clan with a combination of resilience, empathy and astuteness, bringing to bear his administrative and business experience spanning three decades.

This is a typical scenario when a blend of royal blood, business acumen, and administrative astuteness whose connection to his roots are deeply entrenched in the traditions of his land. For many, that is what the Igwe of Umuna—Eze Dr. Douglas Okwara— embodies, Publisher of 4th Estate Reporters, Njoku Macdonald Obinna, succinctly captured.
No doubt, in the rich tapestry of Nigeria’s traditional leadership, few names resonate with the majestic authority, enterprise, and benevolence of His Royal Majesty, Eze (Dr.) Douglas Okwara, Okwarachukwu IV—the Igwe and Paramount Ruler of the historic Umuna Ancient Kingdom, the revered Head of the Isu Clan in Orlu Local Government Area of Imo State.

An eminent custodian of culture, a bridge between tradition and modernity, and a firm voice of Christian values within the institution of royalty, HRM Eze Okwara stands as a towering beacon of wealth, wisdom, and unwavering service to humanity. His reign is not only marked by ceremonial grandeur but by a purposeful engagement with development, humanitarianism, and socio-economic transformation.
As the Chairman of the South East Association of Christian Traditional Rulers of Nigeria (AOCTRON), HRM Eze Okwara champions the moral reawakening of traditional institutions, fusing cultural heritage with the tenets of Christian leadership. Through his stewardship, he has positioned the royal stool as a platform for peace-building, spiritual consciousness, and responsible governance.

As a titan in business and community development beyond the palace walls, His Royal Majesty is a celebrated entrepreneur and a builder of modern Nigeria’s economic narrative. He is the visionary Founder of the Okwarachukwu Foundation, a philanthropic initiative committed to transforming lives through education, health outreach, youth empowerment, widows’ support, and rural development. Through this noble foundation, His Majesty has touched thousands of lives, reminding us that royalty is not merely a title but a duty to serve and uplift.

His entrepreneurial acumen is unrivalled, commanding respect across sectors:

President/CEO, Evergreen Construction and Properties Limited – A trailblazer in civil engineering, real estate development, and infrastructure delivery, this firm has redefined standards across Nigeria’s built environment.

President/CEO, Evergreen Haulage Nigeria Ltd – A key player in the logistics and supply chain ecosystem, enabling movement of goods and resources across strategic corridors.

President/CEO, Douglas Communications Nigeria Limited – A dynamic force in media, communications, and digital engagement, driving narratives and shaping opinions with integrity.
These ventures reflect not only business excellence but also His Majesty’s commitment to economic empowerment, job creation, and sustainable national development.

As a royal icon of substance, HRM Eze (Dr.) Douglas Okwara is widely revered as one of Nigeria’s royal icons of wealth, wisdom, power, enterprise, and philanthropy. His lifestyle exudes nobility; his decisions reflect wisdom; his actions embody compassion. Whether presiding over cultural rites, engaging youth in community dialogues, sponsoring educational scholarships, or pioneering infrastructural progress, His Majesty remains an embodiment of purposeful kingship.
He wears the crown not just upon his head but within his heart—a king in service to God, to his people, and to the soul of a nation in need of visionary custodianship.

In His Royal Majesty, the past meets the present, and the future is inspired. A king of many crowns: of culture, commerce, compassion, and character.

Long live Okwarachukwu IV—a name that echoes through history and a legacy that will endure for generations.