Ohafia is an Igbo town in the Ohafia local government area (LGA) in Abia State, Nigeria. [2] [3] It is an Igbo speaking region. The ancestral capital of Ohafia town is the centrally located village of Elu.

The history of Ohafia, Nigeria is marked by a warrior tradition and a matrilineal society: Warrior tradition. The Ohafia people are known for their warrior heritage, which is a central part of their identity. The Ohafia warrior tradition is celebrated in the iri agha and ikpirikpi ogu performances:

The Ohafia War Dance // ⓘ (Igbo: ikpirikpi ogu) is a popular war dance performed in several parts of Eastern Nigeria. [1] The dance which has its roots from Ohafia is performed by a group of muscular men in commemoration of their strength in fighting and winning wars in the past.

2019年8月15日 · History: Ohafia is a town and local government area in Abia State, Nigeria. It is an igbo speaking region. The ancestral capital of Ohafia is located in the village of Elu. The Ohafia Local Government Area also includes the towns of Abiriba and Nkporo.

2016年9月2日 · The Ohafia are an Igbo speaking people who live in a region of about 100 square miles located west of the Cross River in Southeastern Nigeria. On these rolling hills twenty-six villages are found, the smallest are comprised of only a few households.

ONO-USA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that serves as a forum and think tank for Ohafia natives living in the United States. The organization’s mission is to foster unity, strengthen kinship, and advance the economic and socio-cultural standing of the Ohafia community in America.

The Ohafia are an Igbo speaking people who live in a region of about 100 square miles located west of the Cross River in Southeastern Nigeria. On these rolling hills twenty-six villages are found, the smallest are comprised of only a few households.

Ohafia is a matrilineal society, where land is communally owned by both the paternal and maternal families. However, some say that the matrilineal system has negatively affected women’s and children’s education. Education: Colonialism …

2024年10月10日 · Introduction: Nestled in the heart of Abia State, Nigeria, Ohafia is a local government area renowned for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance. One of the most iconic representations of Ohafia’s cultural identity is the Ohafia War Dance, a captivating spectacle that showcases the community’s strength, resilience, and ...

2024年10月24日 · Iri Agha is a war dance of the Ohafia, Igbo subgroup, from southeastern Nigeria. The dance is an energetic interpretation of this culture and expresses the past martial arts activities of the Ohafia communities, who are very well known for their bravery and skill in battle.