BREAKING: USA Governor Declares June 14, 2025, as “Igbo Day”

USA Governor Declares June 14, 2025, as “Igbo Day”

 

 

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has officially declared June 14, 2025, as “Igbo Day” across the state.

 

The proclamation, announced at a ceremony held at the state capitol in Raleigh, highlights the importance of cultural diversity and honors the vibrant Igbo community residing in North Carolina.

 

Governor Josh Stein praised the Igbo people for their lasting influence in fields ranging from education and business to arts and civic leadership. “The Igbo community has played a vital role in shaping the cultural and economic landscape of North Carolina,” said the Governor. “This day is an opportunity to celebrate their heritage, resilience, and enduring contributions to our state.”

 

The Igbo people, one of the largest ethnic groups in Nigeria, have a longstanding presence in the United States, with a growing population in cities like Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, and Greensboro. Many in the community view the designation as a proud moment of recognition

 

Igbo Day

2025

By The Governor Of The State Of North Carolina

A Proclamation

Whereas, there are thousands of Igbo people in North Carolina, some of whom have lived here for over fifty years; and

 

Whereas, the Igbos are committed to preserving and promoting their rich cultural heritage from Nigeria. Igbos in North Carolina are encouraged to connect, celebrate, and support one another, fostering a strong sense of unity, bonding, and belonging; and

 

Whereas, the Igbo community aspires to create an environment where their members thrive, traditions flourish, and their contributions to society are recognized and valued. Through their collective efforts, the Igbo community aims to inspire future generations to embrace their identity and to foster a strong sense of belonging and purpose within North Carolina; and

 

Whereas, in 2022, the Igbo North Carolinians established the nonprofit Igbo Day Festival Organization to unite and educate Igbo families and North Carolinians about Igbo culture, art, music, and traditional values; the first Igbo Day Festival was held on July 10, 2022; and

 

Whereas, their vision is to be a thriving community that not only honors and promotes the rich heritage of the Igbo people of Nigeria in North Carolina, but also serves as a beacon of unity, support, and cultural pride; and

 

Whereas, Igbos in North Carolina are involved in many charitable causes and have contributed to the economy; they have participated in elections and excel in various careers, including those working for the State of North Carolina and the federal government, thrive in fields such as education, entrepreneurship, law, medicine – including roles as doctors, nurses, pharmacists – information technology, and art; and

 

Whereas they have volunteered in local schools, adopted a highway in North Carolina to aid cleaning efforts, supported women’s shelters and hospitals, organized food pantry drives, and participated in cultural performances at local festivals; and

 

Whereas, Igbos in North Carolina are dedicated to ensuring the sustainability of Igbo culture by creating cultural awareness for future generations;

 

 

Now, Therefore, I, Josh Stein, Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby proclaim June 14, 2025, as “Igbo Day” in North Carolina, and commend its observance to all citizens.

 

 

In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the Great Seal of the State of North Carolina at the Capitol in Raleigh this twenty-first day of May in the year of our Lord two thousand and twenty-fifth and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-ninth.