The winner of BBNaija Season 6, Hazel Oyeze Onu, also known as Whitemoney, has been granted with a rare Igbo chieftaincy title, adding another feather to his crown.
On October 31, 2022, Whitemoney revealed this in an Instagram post.
The reality star said that on Saturday, October 29th, 2022, a group of Igbo speakers in Lagos State conferred the title of 'Ugwu Igbo' on him.
The musician announced the news on his Instagram page, along with the certificate of office. In the tweet, he stated that the title he had received meant "the pride of Igbos."
First of all, “Our People say when a child washes his hands well, he may sit with the Elders
Another title added: “UGWU NDIGBO” ie “THE PRIDE OF IGBOS” It was another humbling moment for me last Saturday as I was conferred as “UGWU NDIGBO” by the Igbo speaking community, Lagos State. Special appreciation to the Chief Sir Cyril Sunday Eze (President General) and all the members of the Igbo Speaking Community, Lagos State. Unu Emela [sic]
Whitemoney then went on to post a video of the great festivities that came with his championship, including a large party to celebrate him.