Ohanaeze Ndigbo Imo State Chapter: Preserving Our Heritage, Building Our Future

Overview

The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Imo State Chapter serves as the heartbeat of Igbo socio-cultural organization in Imo State – the Eastern Heartland. As one of the core Igbo states created in 1976, Imo plays a pivotal role in Igbo land’s political, economic and cultural development. This chapter works tirelessly to unite Ndigbo in Imo State while preserving our rich traditions and advocating for our people’s welfare.

Mission & Vision

Our Mission:

• To uphold and promote Igbo culture, language and traditions
• To foster unity among all communities in Imo State
• To advocate for good governance and development
• To empower Imo youths through education and skills acquisition

Our Vision:
A united, progressive and culturally vibrant Imo State where every Igbo person thrives economically, socially and politically.

Key Programs & Initiatives

1. Cultural Preservation

• Annual Imo Igbo Festival showcasing our rich masquerades, dances and arts
• Olu Imo Cultural Carnival – celebrating our heritage
• Igbo language revival programs in schools

2. Economic Empowerment

• Imo Business Summit connecting entrepreneurs
• Skills acquisition programs for youths
• Support for local farmers and artisans

3. Education & Youth Development

• Scholarship schemes for brilliant students
• Mentorship programs in secondary schools
• Annual essay competitions on Igbo history

4. Community Development

• Peace and reconciliation initiatives
• Rural development projects
• Security collaboration with authorities

Join Us

Become part of this vibrant organization by:

✅ Registering at our state secretariat in Owerri
✅ Participating in our monthly meetings
✅ Volunteering for community projects
✅ Supporting our empowerment programs

Challenges & Prospects

While we face challenges like:

• Erosion threats in some communities
• Youth unemployment
• Infrastructure deficits

We are optimistic because:

• Imo has highly educated population
• Strong diaspora engagement
• Growing private sector investments

“Ndi Imo, ka anyi jikota aka iji wulite obodo anyi!”
(Imo people, let us unite to build our land!)

For more information, visit our secretariat or contact the state leadership.