Raphael Chukwujekwu Igbokwe, born on October 19th, 1992,well known as "Trouble" is a Texas born professional boxer, who hails from Enugu Ukwụ in Anambra State.
He started his professional career in 2015 and has made a name for himself. His Alias "Trouble" is his ring name which strikes fear into the minds of his opponent.
He held the Middleweight Championship title in 2018, with 12 fights and no loss. Obviously, he never forgets his roots. His enters the ring in Isiagu and will always portray the Igbo culture.
Isiagu attire (Image: Facebook)
The Igbo people are a large ethnic group and they have an array of rich culture and traditions. Isiagu is one of their traditional dressing that is respected, loved and sacred in Igboland. This attire is traditionally adorned by men, especially when receiving a chieftaincy title.
Nowadays, it is worn by people of different status and ages. It is a perfect outfit to wear to special occasions such as a wedding, naming, coronations and so on.
This native shirt is usually worn with a red fez hat or the Igbo leopard cap. The leopard cap is known as Okpu Agu "Lion's hat" in the Igbo language. The red cap is mainly for chiefs, but nowadays, it is loved and adorned by all members of the tribe.
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