Amaebu Ogwa
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Amaegbu Ogwa | |
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Village | |
Coordinates: 5°38′01″N 7°04′55″E / 5.63368714°N 7.08205827°E | |
Country | Nigeria |
State | Imo State |
LGA | Mbaitoli |
Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
Amaegbu Ogwa is a village situated in the Mbaitoli local government area of Imo State, Nigeria.[1]
Geography
[edit]Amaegbu Ogwa is located in the southeastern region of Nigeria within Imo State.
Culture
[edit]The culture of Amaegbu Ogwa is influenced by Igbo traditions. The village observes various cultural festivals, including the New Yam Festival (Ịwa-ji) and the Igba Nkwu (traditional marriage ceremony). These events feature traditional dances, music, and attire that have been passed down through generations.
Economy
[edit]The economy of Amaegbu Ogwa is primarily agrarian, with farming as the predominant occupation of its residents. Crops such as yam, cassava, and palm oil are cultivated. Additionally, some residents are involved in small-scale trading and craftsmanship.
References
[edit]- ^ Dept, Nigeria Survey (1965). Gazetteer [of The] Federal Republic of Nigeria: Western Nigeria and municipality of Logos, Mid-western Nigeria, Eastern Nigeria. Director of Federal Surveys. pp. 155–156.