Ubabukoh Unveils 87-year-old Storey Building as Addition to Igbo-Ukwu Tourist Attraction

David-Chyddy Eleke, a journalist, has revealed that his grandfather’s 87-year-old storey building is now set to become a significant addition to the Igbo-Ukwu tourist attraction. Igbo-Ukwu, an ancient town in Anambra State, is known as the birthplace of the Igbo people and has long been a major attraction for tourists, particularly due to the discovery of a 9th-century roped bronze pot in 1938.

Ubabukoh showcased the iconic building, the first of its kind in the local government, which was constructed using wood and brick. He plans to renovate the property and incorporate it into the existing tourist attractions, alongside the Igbo-Ukwu museum, which houses cultural artifacts dating back centuries. The journalist told reporters that his grandfather, Chief John Ubabukoh, built the house in 1939, just a year after the discovery of the bronze pot.

The building was initially inherited by his father, Mr. Ifeanyi Ubabukoh, and now falls under Ubabukoh's ownership. Despite having several brothers, Ubabukoh is the first son of his father and aims to transform the building into a key tourist destination. He emphasized the cultural significance of Igbo-Ukwu in Anambra and Igboland, highlighting the community's rich cultural heritage and the potential for increased tourism.

Some family members, including his son, Mr. Okey Ubakukoh, nephew Emeka Ubabukoh, and friend Timothy Anigbogu, shared memories of the building's completion in the late 1930s and its historical significance. Emeka Ubabukoh mentioned that their father was exceptionally wealthy in the community and took great care in ensuring the building met high standards.

He noted that the interior features some of his father's valuable household items, showcasing the exceptional quality of craftsmanship from that era.