Okey Ikechukwu, a Professor of Strategic Management and Human Capital Development, has stated that the late Head of State General Johnson Aguiyi Ironsi was often seen holding a crocodile because it symbolised his name
In an interview with Arise TV, Ikechukwu said that “Aguiyi” is the Igbo word for crocodile. He explained that in Igbo culture, Aguiyi literally translates to “leopard of the waters,” while “Agu” refers to the leopard of the forest.
In Okey Ikechukwu’s words: “You notice that each time General Aguiyi Ironsi is brought out he is holding a crocodile. I think people need to know that is his name actually. Aguiyi is the Igbo name for crocodile. He was carrying the symbol of his name, Aguiyi the leopard of the waters. Whereas Agu is the leopard of the forest. That is a cultural diversion……See More
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