Ohanaeze Ndigbo Abia State Chapter: The God’s Own State Chapter

Overview

The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Abia State Chapter stands as a pillar of Igbo unity and cultural preservation in “God’s Own State.” As one of the five core Igbo states, Abia plays a crucial role in the socio-economic and political development of Igboland. Our chapter serves as the umbrella organization for all Igbo communities across Abia’s 17 LGAs, promoting our shared heritage while advocating for development.

Key Focus Areas

1. Cultural Renaissance

• Annual Abia Igbo Day Celebration – The biggest cultural festival in the state
• Omenala Ndigbo – Traditional marriage counseling and rites preservation
• Igbo Language Revival Project in primary/secondary schools

2. Economic Empowerment

• Aba Business Hub Initiative – Supporting Ariaria and other markets
• Skill Acquisition Programs – Tailoring, shoemaking, tech training
• Agricultural Development Schemes – Cooperatives for local farmers

3. Education & Youth Development

• Ohanaeze Scholarship Scheme for indigent students
• Career Counseling Programs in state schools
• Annual Youth Summit on leadership and entrepreneurship

4. Community Development

• Peace Building Initiatives across communities
• Infrastructure Advocacy to government
• Security Collaboration with local authorities

Notable Achievements

✔ Established 17 functional LGA chapters
✔ Trained over 1,000 youths in various skills
✔ Facilitated peace in 8 community disputes
✔ Awarded 250 scholarships since 2021

Join Us

We welcome all Abia indigenes and residents to:

✅ Register at our Umuahia secretariat
✅ Participate in monthly meetings
✅ Volunteer for community projects
✅ Support our empowerment programs

Challenges & Opportunities

Challenges:

• Infrastructure deficits in rural areas
• Youth unemployment
• Erosion menace in some zones

Opportunities:

• Aba’s industrial potential
• Highly educated population
• Strong diaspora network

“Ndi Abia, ka anyi jikota ike!”
(Abia people, let us unite our strength!)

For partnership or inquiries, visit our secretariat or contact the state leadership.

Ohanaeze Ndigbo – Abia State Chapter: Preserving Our Past, Developing Our Present, Securing Our Future.