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  1. en.wikipedia.org

    Arochukwu Local Government Area, sometimes referred to as Arochuku or Aro Oke-Igbo, is the third largest local government area in Abia State (after Aba and Umuahia) in southeastern Nigeria and homeland of the Igbo subgroup, Aro people. [3]It is composed of five clans namely Abam, Aro, Ihechiowa, Ututu and Isu.Arochukwu is a principal historic town in Igbo land.
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    Arochukwu, town, Abia state, southern Nigeria.It lies along the road from Calabar to Umuahia.Arochukwu was the headquarters of the Aro, an Igbo (Ibo) subgroup that dominated southeastern Nigeria in the 18th and 19th centuries. It was the seat of the sacred Chuku shrine, the source of a much-feared oracle (called Long Juju by the Europeans) that acted as a judge for the Igbo supreme deity ...
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    The Aro people or Aros are an Igbo group [1] that originated from the Arochukwu kingdom in present-day Abia state, Nigeria.The Aros can also be found in about 250 other settlements mostly in the Southeastern Nigeria and adjacent areas. The Aros today are classified as Eastern or Cross River Igbos because of their location, mixed origins, culture, and dialect.
  5. arochukwublog.com

    Oct 6, 2023Arochukwu's history involves a series of wars and conflicts with the native Ibibio people. These wars had a significant impact on the town, influencing its culture and traditions. One important event was the capture and death of the Ibibio warriors' leader in Oror village, which led to the village gaining prominence as a chieftaincy center.
  6. arochukwublog.com

    Mar 4, 2024Arochukwu Kingdom is a rich tapestry of culture and tradition, comprising 19 distinct villages, each with its own unique character. These villages, also known by alternative names or nicknames, are the backbone of Arochukwu's heritage.
  7. arochukwu.info

    ABOUT AROCHUKWU Arochukwu (sometimes referred to as Arochuku, Aro-Okigbo) pronounced Aruchukwu is the third largest city in Abia State (after Aba and Umuahia) in southeastern Nigeria and homeland of the Igbo subgroup, Aro people. It is composed of 19 villages with an overall leader called Eze Aro. Arochukwu is a principal historic town in Igboland.
  8. igbocybershrine.com

    Ikeji presents a unique opportunity to celebrate Arochukwu tradition and culture in its pure and original form. It is also a platform for infinite entertainment, tourism and reunion with cultural delegations from affiliate Aro settlements spread in over 350 communities in Igbo land and beyond. The festival features seminars and lectures on Aro ...
  9. aronewsonline.com

    Oct 29, 2024Abstract This study critically examines the cultural dynamics in Arochukwu, a historically significant kingdom in southeastern Nigeria, focusing on how cultural revival fosters unity and youth empowerment. Drawing from historical accounts and contemporary analyses, the research highlights the pivotal role of cultural heritage, including festivals like the Ikeji and traditional institutions ...
  10. arochukwublog.com

    Oct 4, 2023The Ikeji Festival in Arochukwu is a celebration deeply rooted in the history and culture of the Aro Kingdom. It marks the transition from the farming season to the harvest and is a time for Aros to come together in unity and celebration. This vibrant festival, which spans 17 days in the month of September each year, holds great significance ...
  11. encyclopedia.litcaf.com

    Arochukwu is the third largest town in Abia State (after Aba and Umuahia) in southeastern Nigeria. The city, consisting of 19 villages is about 120km from Umuahia and shares common boundary with Ohafia, Akwa-Ibom State. Arochukwu is noted for its richness in staple foods and artifacts, a cultural value which has enrolled the city as one of the tourist attractions Abia State can boast of.

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  1. Arochukwu

    Local government area of Nigeria

    Arochukwu Local Government Area, sometimes referred to as Arochuku or Aro Oke-Igbo, is the third largest local government area in Abia State in southeastern Nigeria and homeland of the Igbo subgroup, Aro people. It is composed of five clans namely Abam, Aro, Ihechiowa, Ututu and Isu. Arochukwu is a principal historic town in Igbo land. It was also one of the cities in the Southern protectorate targeted by the British colonial government. Several historic tourist sites exist in the city. The mystic Ibini Ukpabi shrine, the slave routes and other relics of the slave trade era are frequently visited by tourists. It is also in the food belt of Abia state where most of the staple foods are produced. Wikipedia

    StateAbia State
    Composition5 clans
    TypeMonarchy (One of the few Igbo kingdoms in Nigeria, which practices the monarchical system of government)
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