Oghara

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Oghara is a town in Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State, Nigeria.It is one of the major clans of the Urhobo ethnic group. It has various educational Institutions such as the Delta State Polytechnic in Otefe-Oghara and the Western Delta University (a privately owned university). Also a mini stadium is located within the town. Oghara is made up of two sub clans, Ogharefe and Oghareki governed by a chieftaincy system with the Ovie of Oghara as the King. It is the home to the popular families such as the Atumah family from otefe and Abunumah family from Edjmueyavwe, ogharefe and the Ofotokun family from Oghareki. The Oghara people are well known for their straight forwardness and hospitality.

Coordinates: 5°35′20″N 6°6′1″E / 5.58889°N 6.10028°E / 5.58889; 6.10028

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