By Mboutidem Jude
The Director-General of the Tinubu Support Group (TSG), Dr. Umar Tanko Yakasai has been conferred with the traditional chieftaincy title of Nnanyelu Ugo of Ibagwa Nike Ancient Kingdom by the traditional ruler of Okwe of Okwe Ancient Kingdom, Enugu State.
The conferment ceremony took place on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at the palace of His Royal Highness, Igwe Dr. Emmanuel Ugwu, Eze Okwe I of Okwe 
Kingdom, in Ibagwa Nike Community, Enugu State.
Dr. Yakasai, who also serves as Deputy Director, Directorate of Welfare, Morale and Support, Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), received the traditional honour amid the gathering of invited guests, political associates and members of the community.
The conferment formally recognises Dr. Yakasai with the distinguished traditional title of Nnanyelu Ugo, bringing him into the fold of individuals honoured by the traditional 
institution of Ibagwa Nike Ancient Kingdom.
The Eyewitness Network, Enugu Chapter-le by its State Director, Mr. Samuel Udekwe was among the organisations at the ceremony, which marked a significant moment for the TSG Director-General and his associates. The event was held at the palace of Igwe Emmanuel Ugwu in Ibagwa Nike Community, Enugu State, on November 1, 2026.