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'''Abayi Okoroato''' is a city in [[Obi Ngwa|Obingwa]] local government area of [[Abia State]], [[Nigeria]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://nigeriazipcodes.com/4131/list-of-towns-and-villages-in-obioma-ngwa-lga//|title=List Of Towns and Villages in Obioma Ngwa LGA|newspaper=Nigeria Zip Codes|access-date=2020-10-22}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.medianigeria.com/list-of-towns-and-villages-in-obi-ngwa-abia-state/|title=List Of Towns and Villages in Obingwa Abia State|newspaper=Median Nigeria|access-date=2020-10-22}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://nigerianinfopedia.com.ng/abia-state-local-government-areas-towns/|title=Abia State Local Government Area's Towns|newspaper=Nigerian Infopedia|access-date=2020-10-22}}</ref> |
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{{Infobox settlement |
{{Infobox settlement |
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|name = Abayi Okoroato |
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| pushpin_map_caption = Abayi Okoroato, Obingwa, Abia State, Nigeria |
| pushpin_map_caption = Abayi Okoroato, Obingwa, Abia State, Nigeria. |
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|subdivision_type1 = State |
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|subdivision_name1 = [[Abia State]] |
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|subdivision_name2 = [[Obi Ngwa|Obingwa]] |
|subdivision_name2 = [[Obi Ngwa|Obingwa]] |
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|leader_title1 = Chairman |
|leader_title1 = Chairman |
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|leader_name1 = Elder Isaac Eze Samuel |
|leader_name1 = Elder Isaac Eze Samuel.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://firstone.com.ng/abayi-okoroato-get-new-chairman/|title=Abayi Okoroato gets new Chairman|newspaper=FirstOne NG|access-date=2020-11-04}}</ref> |
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|leader_title2 = King |
|leader_title2 = King |
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|leader_name2 = [[Eze]] Nwabiaraije Eneogwe |
|leader_name2 = [[Eze]] Nwabiaraije Eneogwe |
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== History == |
== History == |
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Abayi Okoroato is domiciled in Obingwa, Abia State, |
Abayi Okoroato is domiciled in Obingwa, Abia State, South-east geopolitical zone of Nigeria. |
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The village is made up of eight Kindreds: |
The village is made up of eight Kindreds: |
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* Umu- Diji |
* Umu- Diji |
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* Umu-Nwagbaghioso |
* Umu-Nwagbaghioso |
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The current estimated population of Abayi Okoroato is put at 56,426 inhabitants. The area populace made up of people from the Ngwa sub-division of the Igbo ethnic group. |
The current estimated population of Abayi Okoroato is put at 56,426 inhabitants. The area populace made up of people from the Ngwa sub-division of the Igbo ethnic group. |
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The Ngwa dialect of the [[Igbo language| |
The [[Ngwa language|Ngwa dialect]] of the [[Igbo language|Igbo Language]] is commonly spoken in the area while the religion of Christianity is widely practiced in the area. Popular festivals held in Obingwa LGA include the New Yam festival. |
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== Economy == |
== Economy == |
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Trade is an important aspect of the economy of Abayi Okoroato with the area hosting markets such as Ahia Eke market where a plethora of commodities are bought and sold. Farming is also a key feature of the economic activities undertaken by the people of Abayi Okoroato with crops such as yam, cassava, cocoyam, and vegetables grown in large quantities within the area. |
Trade is an important aspect of the economy of Abayi Okoroato with the area hosting markets such as Ahia Eke market where a plethora of commodities are bought and sold. Farming is also a key feature of the economic activities undertaken by the people of Abayi Okoroato with crops such as yam, cassava, cocoyam, and vegetables grown in large quantities within the area. |
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[[Palm oil]] production is one of the key source of income for the people of Abayi Okoroato. Except for personal palm plantations, all palm trees belong to the village, and is sold out to outsiders or the villagers to generate revenue for the Village |
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== Dominant churches == |
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The dominant churches in Abayi Okoroato are mostly the orthodox churches, including, [[Seventh-Day Adventist]] church (S.D.A). [[United Evangelical Church]] (U.E.C). [[Church of Christ]] (C.o.C).{{citation needed|date=October 2021}} |
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== References == |
== References == |
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[[Category:Abia State]] |
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[[Category:Populated places in Abia State]] |
[[Category:Populated places in Abia State]] |
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[[Category:Villages in Igboland]] |
[[Category:Villages in Igboland]] |
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Latest revision as of 19:16, 4 February 2024
Abayi Okoroato is a city in Obingwa local government area of Abia State, Nigeria.[1][2][3]
Abayi Okoroato
Abayi Umu-Okoroato | |
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Village | |
| Nickname: Abayi | |
| Motto(s): Peace and Unity | |
  Abayi Okoroato Abayi Okoroato, Obingwa, Abia State, Nigeria. | |
| Coordinates: 5°50′56″N 7°58′04″E / 5.84889°N 7.96778°E | |
| Country |  Nigeria |
| State | Abia State |
| Local Government | Obingwa |
| Government | |
| • Chairman | Elder Isaac Eze Samuel.[4] |
| • King | Eze Nwabiaraije Eneogwe |
History[edit]
Abayi Okoroato is domiciled in Obingwa, Abia State, South-east geopolitical zone of Nigeria.
The village is made up of eight Kindreds:
- Umu-Uje
- Umu-Onyeike
- Umu-Alioha
- Umu-Imegwu
- Umu-Atali
- Umu-Naocha
- Umu- Diji
- Umu-Nwagbaghioso
The current estimated population of Abayi Okoroato is put at 56,426 inhabitants. The area populace made up of people from the Ngwa sub-division of the Igbo ethnic group.
The Ngwa dialect of the Igbo Language is commonly spoken in the area while the religion of Christianity is widely practiced in the area. Popular festivals held in Obingwa LGA include the New Yam festival.
Economy[edit]
Trade is an important aspect of the economy of Abayi Okoroato with the area hosting markets such as Ahia Eke market where a plethora of commodities are bought and sold. Farming is also a key feature of the economic activities undertaken by the people of Abayi Okoroato with crops such as yam, cassava, cocoyam, and vegetables grown in large quantities within the area.
Palm oil production is one of the key source of income for the people of Abayi Okoroato. Except for personal palm plantations, all palm trees belong to the village, and is sold out to outsiders or the villagers to generate revenue for the Village
Dominant churches[edit]
The dominant churches in Abayi Okoroato are mostly the orthodox churches, including, Seventh-Day Adventist church (S.D.A). United Evangelical Church (U.E.C). Church of Christ (C.o.C).[citation needed]
References[edit]
- ^ "List Of Towns and Villages in Obioma Ngwa LGA". Nigeria Zip Codes. Retrieved 2020-10-22.
- ^ "List Of Towns and Villages in Obingwa Abia State". Median Nigeria. Retrieved 2020-10-22.
- ^ "Abia State Local Government Area's Towns". Nigerian Infopedia. Retrieved 2020-10-22.
- ^ "Abayi Okoroato gets new Chairman". FirstOne NG. Retrieved 2020-11-04.