By TUM Magazine Correspondent | Lagos
It was an atmosphere of joy, excitement and celebration on Sunday, 5th July 2026, as businessmen, contractors, foreigners, clubs, associations, Igbo leaders, pastors, friends and well-wishers converged on No. 1 Otubu Estate, Marwa Road, Satellite Town, Lagos for the grand opening of DURAS KABLO warehouse.
The event was hosted by Chief Chigozie Aduradu, Chairman of Duras Kablo, and was graced by prominent traditional rulers, community leaders, and international guests.
Tribute To Integrity and Hardwork
Speakers at the event described Chief Aduradu as a man of integrity whose commitment to honesty, hard work and philanthropy has repositioned him for greatness and attracted international attention.
The remarkable speeches by participants were a testament to the personality of Chief Aduradu and the quality of Duras Kablo products. It was noted that his dedication to humanity and philanthropic gestures have reopened past relationships and earned him respect across borders.
Eze Ahize Leads Igbo Delegation
Presiding over the ceremony was Eze Aloysius Ahize, Eze Ndigbo of Ikate Surulere. Eze Ahize, who is well recognized in his home, Amanaogu Autonomous Community, Ihitenansa, Orsu Local Government Area, Imo State, for his benevolence and community leadership, described Chief Aduradu as “my brother who has distinguished himself by his lifestyle, a man of integrity and business with track records of humanity and commitment.”
“Cable business has been his core business and he has succeeded in making his name across the globe. We can see the evidence, attracting foreigners from Turkey, India, Ghana and others to attend today’s remarkable event. I thank God he started and completed his warehouse that attracted us here today,” Eze Ahize said.
He added that Duras Kablo’s success would go beyond the chairman. “It will continue to make contractors use quality and reliable cable, create employment for youths, train apprentices, promote the Nigeria image and Ndigbo at large. We glorify God for an industrious man, setting a standard in business and personal life. It requires discipline, dedication and prayer, which Chief Chigozie Aduradu has met.”
2027 Politics: Endorsement for APC, Tinubu and Hamzat
When asked about the 2027 elections, Eze Ahize declared the position of Ndigbo in Lagos.
He affirmed support for a second term for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying “President Bola Tinubu’s good work will continue as he continues to lead Nigerians in his second term.”
On Lagos State, the royal father gave a strong endorsement to Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, urging Lagosians to vote massively for him.
“Deputy Governor Hamzat will do well if Lagos rallies to vote en masse for him, because Hamzat is part of the good governance we are enjoying in Lagos state today. So the best decision is for him to mount the position of leadership of Lagos State,” he said.
“As prominent leader of Ndigbo in Lagos state, I advocate for Ndigbo to come out en masse to vote for APC in all tiers of governance in 2027. Hamzat will lead us well in all ramifications,” Eze Ahize declared.
Call For Stronger Ndigbo-Yoruba Relations
Speaking on the relationship between Ndigbo and their host community, Eze Ahize commended the Yoruba for their accommodation.
“The successes Ndigbo are recording in Lagos state is because we have a good host community, Yoruba. Our children school in Lagos safely. Most of the great Igbo businessmen across the globe started from Lagos,” he stressed.
“We will continue to ensure that the relationship we have established with our host community continues to wax stronger in all ramifications,” the monarch concluded.
The event ended with prayers, cutting of tape, and inspection of the new Duras Kablo warehouse stocked with quality cables.