This website serves as a vehicle for achieving the objectives of the Amuvi Development Project—an initiative aimed at fostering the growth and prosperity of Amuvi, a village in Arochukwu, Abia State, Nigeria. The project’s goals are encapsulated in our Vision and Mission Statements.

Before exploring these areas, it is essential to understand the history, traditional governance structure, and geographical significance of Amuvi.

Based on oral and written history, Amuvi, one of the 19 villages in Arochukwu, was established nearly a century after the Aro-Ibibio War of circa 1534. The first villages to emerge were Ugwuakuma, Utughugwu, and Amannagwu, followed by Obinkita. Amuvi was founded between mid-November 1630 and early March 1631 by Ezuma Oke and Umahi Nlenanya, descendants of the Oke-Nnachi kindred, representing Eziukwu and Ugwogo respectively.

Due to population growth and administrative convenience, these two original families later expanded into seven compounds (ezi):

• Ndi Chiobaeke
• Ndi Igwe Oti
• Eziukwu
• Ezinta
• Ndi Okoro-Mgbo
• Ndi Umahi-Nlenanya
• Ndi Obia

Over time, Amuvi village has made significant strides in education, trade, commerce, urban, and infrastructural development. Diaspora communities within Nigeria and beyond have contributed to its population growth as well as economic and socio-cultural vibrancy, enriching the traditions and practices of the village.

Amuvi has a well-established traditional leadership structure. The village has been governed by nine Eze Ogo (traditional rulers), while each compound is led by an Eze-Ezi who plays a vital cultural and advisory role. These leaders ensure the preservation of Amuvi’s heritage while integrating modern advancements.

In addition to the traditional leadership, the village’s daily affairs are managed under an association governed by a constitution. The Amuvi Welfare and Development Association (AWADA) was formed, among other things, to promote peace, progress, welfare, and development of the village. AWADA operates through three main groups:

THE MEN’S GROUP (AWADA)

AWADA’s development efforts have traditionally been driven by individual efforts as well as interim and standing committees. Notably, Amuvi people in the USA and Canada established the Amuvi Foundation North America (AFNA) which has played a significant role in championing development projects in Amuvi -a committment that continues today. However, in 2020, AWADA took a more structured approach by creating the Amuvi Development Group (ADG) to lead and coordinate strategic development initiatives. the ADG is responsible for:

• Mobilizing Amuvi citizens at home and in the diaspora to participate in village development.
• Generating and managing funds from legitimate sources.
• Identifying and executing impactful projects.
• Harmonizing ongoing projects for effective and efficient realization. Etc

THE WOMEN’S GROUP (ONYEMARANWANNEYA)

This integral part of AWADA collaborates with the men’s group to execute development projects, fostering unity and shared responsibility.

THE YOUTH WING

Comprising individuals aged 15 to 30 years, this group includes students, artisans, and young professionals. Their mission is to support adult groups and leverage their talents for the development of Amuvi.

In summary, the ADG is the primary Development Organ of the village, working in synergy with the Men’s Group, the Onyemaranwanneya Women’s Group, and the Youth Wing to ensure the successful realization of Amuvi’s development objectives.