Ogu–Bolo
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Ogu/Bolo | |
|---|---|
| Nickname: Ogu Apu Tonye Mie | |
| Motto(s): Unity, Service and Development | |
  Ogu/Bolo  Ogu/Bolo | |
| Coordinates: 4°39′2″N 7°10′59″E / 4.65056°N 7.18306°E | |
| Country | Nigeria |
| State | Rivers State |
| Date created | 1 October 1996 |
| Seat | Ogu |
| Government | |
| • Local Government Chairman | Nemieboka Vincent (PDP) |
| • Deputy Local Government Chairman | Eunice Alabo (PDP) |
| • Local Government Council | Ward 1: Ajumbo Amiso (PDP) Ward 2: Fyneface Tamunoisikike (PDP) Ward 3: Tokunengiye Harold (PDP) Ward 4: Mark Daso Nemieboka (PDP) Ward 5: Tamunodikibalafa Ibiofori (PDP) Ward 6: Omiebi N. Evans (PDP) Ward 7: Meek Lawson Omiebi (PDP) Ward 8: Boma Igah (PDP) Ward 9: Alpheus Abika (PDP) Ward 10: Ms. Daddie Praise Esenamie (PDP) Ward 11: Thompson Oguama (PDP) Ward 12: Iwaritaribi Gift Wilfred (PDP) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 34 sq mi (89 km2) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
Ogu–Bolo (also spelled Ogu/Bolo) is a Local Government Area in Rivers State, Nigeria with headquarters in the town of Ogu.
It has an area of 89 km2 and a population of 74,683 as of the 2006 census. Most people living in the region are Ogu–Bolo.
Postal codes for the area begin with 500.[1]
Villages
Satellite villages and fishing settlements include; Tende Ama, Ada Ama I, Ada Ama II, Tamuno Ama (Ofunguru Ama), Yude Ama, New Ogu (Kporo Ama), Chuku Ama, Nemieboka Ama, Igafe Ama, Tendefe Ama, Olobulo Ama, Brown Ama, Afaka Ama, Agakien Ama, Daso Ama, Owukiri Ama, Omodarani Ama, Piri Ama, Ogobo Ama, Iwomabie Ama, Ogweinbie Ama, Owupele Ama, Fombo Ama, Siere Ama, Ogugu-Chuku Ama, Igbikiyemieari Ama, Tububie Ama, Orubie Ama, Anigoboka Ama, Atubonacheofoin-a Ama, Nyanabo Ama, Ogonotoru Ama, Ilanga/Yikabo Ama, Febie Ama, Amabara Ama, Adufe Ama, Chuku Ama II, Ikikafipiri Ama, Olomusoko Ama, Ikpokiri I, Ikpokiri II, Ikpokiri III (Wharf), Tombikuku, Owugono, Ibiorika Kiri, Ibiebele Kiri, Orabere Kiri, Yikabo Kiri, Gream Kiri, Odo Kiri, Abereniboye Kiri, Adokiye kiri, Owuapuigbiki Kiri, Kulo Kiri, Sani Kiri, Apanatibo Kiri, IpiangbafibumoKiri, Bumo Kiri, Semenibipi/Iyo Kiri, Ichi Kiri, Adolphus Nemieboka Kiri, Niniapukiri, Agakien Kiri, Otobipi Kiri, Mbi Kiri, Fulobele Kiri, Mgbemgbeboko (Fubara Kiri) and others in the Eastern Niger Delta.
Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area consists of the districts of Bolo, Ele, Ogu and Wakama; with many other communities such as Adiai-Obiofu, Agwe, Amuajie, Ase-Imonita, Ase-Azaga, Isara and others.[2] Nearby cities and villages include Tai, Gokana and Okrika. Ogu/Bolo with her satellite settlements is surrounded by Eleme LGA in the West, Tai LGA in the North, Bonny LGA, Wakama Ama and Bolo communities in the South and Okrika LGA in the South-West. It could be reached by sea and land. It has well over 50 satellite villages and fishing settlements that could be reached through sea on Ogu creek and the Bonny River, while others by land through Eleme and Tai LGAs, Ogu also has neighbouring communities such as Sime, Barale, Barayira, Norkpo and Nonwa, all in Tai LGA. While others are Eteo and Onne in Eleme LGA, Mgbemgbe Boko in Okrika LGA, as well as Bolo and Wakama Ama communities in Ogu/Bolo LGA that share boundaries with her.[3]
Culture
Ogu/Bolo people have a culture that is distinctive and diverse, from their festivals to their cultural attire and to their food. Therefore, some[weasel words] people view them as impressive, and to a large extent without influence. Important traditions in the culture of Ogu/Bolo people are the Iria puberty and marriage ceremonies, wrestling, traditional plays, burial rites, installation of chiefs and traditional rulers' ceremonies and many other rites and plays connected with the day-to-day life of the people. Some of their masquerades are colourful and artistic in either their make-ups or paraphernalia, are a common sight throughout the community and the entire Local Government Area, especially during festive occasions. In concept, these are either religious, historical or personifications of the rich legends of the people. And their classic performances, backed by the refreshing poetry of songs and music, bring to focus the high sense of drama and entertainment of the people. A variety of dances, each unique in its form, also abound. Musical instruments include pots and drums, wooden gongs, horns and xylophones. All these are made locally[citation needed] by experts with an ancient tradition behind their craftsmanship. Carving of masquerades and ceremonial canoes is a revered art and carvers have greatly improved the quality of their work over the years. Gradually, the purely functional forms of these carvings are being given new dimension and finish that reflect the people's innate respect for aesthetic values. The dances, plays and masquerades depict the religious, social and working life of the people. In turn, the life of the people has been greatly influenced by their culture. Thus, a spiritually ennobling circle has been set up. The Ogu man's (Okrika-Ijaw)[4] confidence, his love of truth, fair-play and wholesome dealings can all be traced to the influence of his unique cultural heritage.[5]
Trade and Commerce
Ogu/Bolo Community is economically viable. Fishing and peasant farming are the main economic activities of the people. Trading is principally with the contiguous communities of Tai, Eleme, Bonny and Andoni.[6] The introduction of "legitimate" trade by Europeans at the middle of the last century increased the volume of commercial activities in Ogu as more and more people from near and far came to Olobulo market, Adu fe, Olomu Soko and Tende fe to carry on the "large trade".[7]
Religious Activities
With the penetration of the missionaries came Christianity and Western education, and the people embraced both. Thus, in 1966, the magnificent St. Martins’ Anglican Church was completed and dedicated to God in Ogu. Even today, the church stands, not only as a marvelous architectural edifice, but also, as a monumental and durable evidence of a peoples’ ancient devotion to progressive thought and action. In 1973, Government Secondary School, Ogu, the first post primary school in Ogu/Bolo LGA was established. For many years, this college remained distinguished from others by its priority. By the mid 70's, Ogu could boast of a modern hospital, good drinking water and tarred road.[8]
References
- ^ "Post Offices- with map of LGA". NIPOST. Archived from the original on 26 November 2012. Retrieved 20 October 2009.
- ^ "Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area". www.finelib.com. Retrieved 9 March 2022.
- ^ Tide, The (16 January 2010). "Cultural Heritage Of Ogu People". :::...The Tide News Online:::... Retrieved 9 March 2022.
- ^ "Okrika | Nigeria | Britannica". www.britannica.com. Retrieved 9 March 2022.
- ^ Tide, The (16 January 2010). "Cultural Heritage Of Ogu People". :::...The Tide News Online:::... Retrieved 9 March 2022.
- ^ "Andoni Local Government Area". www.finelib.com. Retrieved 10 March 2022.
- ^ Tide, The (16 January 2010). "Cultural Heritage Of Ogu People". :::...The Tide News Online:::... Retrieved 10 March 2022.
- ^ Tide, The (16 January 2010). "Cultural Heritage Of Ogu People". :::...The Tide News Online:::... Retrieved 10 March 2022.
- Abomaye-Nimenibo,W.A.S.; Abomaye-Nimenibo, Comfort Tamunobarasinpiri; Minabere, Harry Abomaye (2017): The Socio-Economic Dilemma And Challenges Of Population Growth Of Ogu Urban Town As A Nigerian Rural Community; Global Journal of Management and Business Research, E. Marketing, Volume 17, Issue 4, Version 1.0; 23 December 2017.
- Abomaye-Nimenibo, Williams Aminadokiari Samuel(2018):The Socio-Economic and Pathological Effects of Youth Unemployment in Ogu/Bolo Local Government Authority Area of Rivers State, Nigeria; Global Journal of HUMAN-SOCIAL SCIENCE: E Economics, Volume 18, Issue 3 Version 1.0 Year 2018; Online ISSN 2249-460X & Print ISSN 0975-587X
