Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki, whose real name is Chukwudozie Nwangwu, is a prominent Nigerian native doctor, spiritual healer, and entrepreneur from Anambra State known for his traditional practices and lavish displays of wealth on social media. He gained fame as a Dibia offering services like spiritual protection, marital resolutions, and business charms, but his career has been overshadowed by high-profile controversies including a kidnapping and recent legal troubles.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Chukwudozie Nwangwu |
| Date of Birth | January 29, 1998 |
| Place of Birth | Umumpama, Oba, Anambra State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Anambra |
| Partner | Flourish Mmasichukwu (m. 2022) |
| Children | 1 |
| Occupations | Native doctor, spiritual healer, hotelier |
| Net Worth | $200K–$500K (est.) |
Early Life and Education
Chukwudozie Nwangwu, popularly called Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki, meaning “the egg that broke the palm nut”, was born on January 29, 1998, in Umumpama village, Oba, Idemili South LGA, Anambra State, Nigeria.
He grew up in a spiritually inclined family in rural Umumpama. He is a son of a renowned native doctor Amobi Henry Nwangwu (Mmiri Mara Ugo Onye Oba) and homemaker Ngozi Nwangwu, his father’s status as a traditional healer influenced his path. He discovered his supernatural gifts around age 12, foretelling personal and family issues for classmates and villagers, which drew early clients bearing gifts.
Formally, he attended school briefly each day (9-11 a.m.), focusing solely on mathematics, earning the nickname “911,” before prioritizing his spiritual calling over higher education.
Career
At age 12, Nwangwu established his practice as a native doctor, specializing in charms, court cases, visa approvals, business success, marital harmony, and spiritual cleansing.
He expanded into entrepreneurship with hotels in Oba, flaunting luxury cars, jewelry, and a flashy lifestyle on Instagram (over 109k followers), positioning himself as Anambra’s strongest Dibia. Clients from around the world visit his Umumpama base, contributing to his influence in traditional African spirituality.
Personal Life
Nwangwu married Flourish Mmasichukwu (Ezenwanyi Uzam) in a traditional ceremony on January 9, 2022, in Uzam Ishienu, Amagunze, Nkanu East LGA, Enugu State.
The couple has at least one child, though details remain private despite his public persona. He stands about 5’11” tall and maintains a low profile on family matters amid his high-visibility career.
Controversies
In July 2023, armed gunmen abducted him from his Triple P Hotel in Oba, killing two aides; he was released after six days following a reported ₦350 million ransom payment, sparking debates on his powers. Other issues include a 2024 client dispute over a failed ₦2-2.5 million protection charm, resolved via refund after public exposure, and a ritual lamb challenge denial.
Most recently, arrested February 2025 for “Oke-Ite” money charms, he pleaded guilty in a plea bargain, receiving an 11-month sentence (effective from custody), shrine demolition, and youth reorientation duties; as of February 27, 2026, he faces ongoing imprisonment at Awka Correctional Center.
Net Worth
Estimates of Nwangwu’s net worth vary widely, from $200,000-$500,000 (about ₦718 million) to as high as $1 million or ₦5 billion, derived from spiritual services, hotel businesses, and luxury assets like expensive cars. No official verification exists, but his social media showcases opulent properties and vehicles supporting these figures.
