About Amumara

Mbaise, which in the Igbo (also spelt "Ibo" and pronounced E'bO) language means "five towns", is located in Imo State in the southeastern part of Nigeria. The five towns that make up Mbaise are Agbaja, Ahiara, Ekwerazu, Ezinihitte and Uvuru. The towns are grouped into three local government areas (LGAs), namely: Aboh-, Ahiazu- and Ezinihitte-Mbaise LGAs. Amaumara (or Amumara) is one of the autonomous communities located in Ezinihitte.  

The People and Land

Amumara is further made up of the following villages (not listed in any particular order): Abu, Isiama, Ndem, Obibi, Okohia, Okpanku (which includes Umuchie), Okwuta, Otulu (which includes Umuokwo), Ubahi and Umuokpo.

With an estimated population of over 25,000 people and 50 square miles, Amumara is one of the most densely populated areas in Mbaise. The Imo River, one of the Niger River tributaries, runs through Amumara, creating a natural coastline of over 5 miles on the town's western part bordering Umuokpo, Okpanku and Okohia. For the most part, the coastline is made up of sandy beaches, mangrove swamps, lagoons and coastal hills. 

Igbo is the official language of the Amumara people. Majority of the population are Christians; the rest follow traditional beliefs. 

Other Villages Near Amumara