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Iyom or Otu Odu is the most revered and coveted society for women in the southeastern part of the country. The Iyom title is a women-only title conferred to women of integrity, class and character in Igboland. The title is similar to the Igbo Ozo title for men. In Igbo societies where the Iyom title or Otu Odu is given, it is usually regarded as the highest traditional society women can aspire to belong to following the honour and status conferred to its holders. Members and aspiring ones are exceptional women who are well-regarded in society and without blemish. Admission of a woman into this highly coveted society as an Iyom requires the validation of her husband, kinsmen and members of the Iyom club confirming her worthiness for the honour.