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06/06/2024

Posthumous Birthday greetings to Prof. Simon Ottenberg. The Late Emeritus Professor of Anthropology (University of Washington) arrived Afikpo in 1952 with his wife, Phoebe (Late). Their stay produced numerous books and articles on Afikpo, her people and culture. He adopted the Ibe Ọkwụ Maternal Family as his Ikwu in the 50s, and was popularly known as Bekee Ibé Ọkwụ. He was initiated into the Ogo Ehugbo in 1953. Enyo Mba Ehugbo was born on 6th June, 1923 and he passed on the first day of November, 2023 (100 years & five months).

Happy birthday, Bekee Ibe Ọkwụ.

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24/05/2024

Nominees for the Management Committee of Development Centers in Afikpo LGA. They would appear before the Ebonyi State House of Assembly for screening and possible confirmation on Monday 27th May, 2024.

(A) UBEYI DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

1. Nwachi Ibiam Uduma
2. Mr. Oko Amadi Ugbala
3. Mrs. Nnenna Alum
4. Okoro Sunday Inya
5. Nkama Emmanuel Omiko
6. Chibuzor Udu Orji
7. Miss Egwu Queenette Mgbo
8. Mr. Ezekiel Oko Ama

(B) AFIKPO NORTH DEVELOPMENT
CENTRE

1. Michael Oko Egwu
2. Idam Christian Ogbonna
3. Oko Innocent Enyi
4. Vincent Ibiam Inya
5. Patience Oko Urom
6. Ewa Justus Ogbonnaya
7. Okpani Aluu Dominic
8. Idume Ogbonnia Ewa

(C) AMASIRI DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

1. Mr. Vincent Nwachi
2. Eberechukwu Otu
3. Okochi Chukwu Obeni
4. Ihuanya Habiba Okonda
5. Eze Chinwendu Onyeokwu
6. Enya Chukwu Enya
7. Nma Uro
8. Eze Ogbonna

(D) AFIKPO NORTH EAST
DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

1. Mrs. Augustine Arukwe
2. Kelechi Uche Francis
3. Otu Ume Chukwu
4. Ota Catherine N.
5. Ramson Ikedinachi Eze
6. Isu Paul
7. Agha Eze
8. Isu Amaobi C.

(E) AMAOHA DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

1. Ezechukwu Blessing N.
2. Mba Ogbonna
3. Justina Arua Oko
4. Ogbonna Obasi
5. Azubuike Ezekiel J
6. Mrs. Dorin Chidinma
7. Concord Godwin Oko
8. Mrs. Patricia Eni Inyime

Congratulations! Unu Kaa!

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18/05/2024

CULTURE IS EVERYTHING

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15/05/2024

EHUGBO NO BE YOUR MATE 😂

"Historians, anthropologists and archeologists have done some works on Ehugbo, and they are in agreement that Ehugbo is an ancient human settlement. For instance, D.D Hartle's artifacts from the Ukpa Rock Shelter (Ehugbo), which is well within the forest margin, were dated from 2,935 BC to 670 BC and AD 15. This evidence shows that Ehugbo is certainly an ancient human habitation."

Read 'The Bond: A Study of Inter-group Relations Between Afikpo and Edda' by Oko, Unya & Igariwey (2022).

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14/05/2024
10/05/2024

*ADDRESS OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR, ALEX EKWUEME FEDERAL UNIVERSITY, NDUFU- ALIKE, EBONYI STATE, PROF. SUNDAY OGE ELOM, AT THE 12TH MATRICULATION CEREMONY OF THE UVERSITY, FRIDAY, 10TH MAY, 2024*

Protocol

I have the pleasure to extend to you a warm and heartfelt welcome to the 12th Matriculation Ceremony of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State. I am pleased to welcome the freshmen to one of the most serious public universities in Nigeria and a rapidly emerging top education brand in the African continent. I am also thrilled that these bright new faces have been admitted to study in our beloved institution in the 2023/2024 academic session.

Today marks a momentous occasion as we gather here to formally welcome our freshmen into the esteemed fold of our university family. By their admission into Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, they are privileged to be in an unusual institution, where excellence, integrity and hard work are critical to academic success. With their cooperation, we intend to groom them to become the best in their chosen fields, under the guidance of our highly cerebral, competent and committed members of staff.

As Vice-Chancellor, it is both an honour and a privilege to stand before you, amidst the backdrop of hope, ambition, and boundless potential, with the wellbeing of our students at the core of my administration The University Management will continue to work assiduously to ensure that their academic journey in AE-FUNAI will be rewarding and memorable. Nevertheless, they have a major role to play to turn this expectation into a tangible reality – by abiding by the rules and regulations guiding their academic activities and respecting all constituted authorities of the university, and showing regard to the staff and fellow students as well as the culture of the host community.
In this 2023/2024 academic year, 5,139 freshmen from different parts of the country are joining our rapidly emerging University. Out of this number, 2,364 are males while 2, 775 are females. They earned a place at today’s ceremony because of their outstanding performances at both the Universal Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and the Senior Secondary School Examination. They should, therefore be proud of their accomplishments. However, they should also be humbled by the fact that only a little over 5, 000 of them have been offered this opportunity out of over 10,000 candidates that competed for places at AE-FUNAI. Hence, they must have to justify it with good behaviour and good grades throughout their time in this university.

AE-FUNAI is on the right path in its drive to becoming a world-class university and a vibrant centre of learning and research because of the seriousness of our academic activities. We also emphasize digital literacy, for all staff and students at all levels, because in the present information age, no individual can maximize his/her full potential without ICT. We have a broadband internet network access on campus, well-equipped ICT Centre and a digital University library where our students can easily source and access lecture materials, e-books and e-journals in different fields and disciplines, to enhance their learning experience.

This University is not only interested in turning out qualified graduates that would make positive impact on the society after graduation but also men and women of character that will be a beacon of hope for the next generation. Evidences from industries and external assessors show that our graduates and students are actually acquiring the right knowledge mix to positively impact their environment and contribute to national development. For instance, our Students’ Debating Team is presently ranked first among all universities in Nigeria and currently sits 4th in the entire African continent. Some of our students have also benefitted from the Students’ Mobility Programme in foreign universities like University of Galve, Sweden through the sponsorship of the Erasmus + project of the European Union. These underscore the quality of our academic activities.

AE- FUNAI is irreversibly committed to doing things differently in order to shape a better future for our students. To our freshmen, I say: you are embarking on a journey of discovery, growth, and transformation, and we stand ready to guide and support you, every step of the way. You have come to the University to study, therefore shun anything that could distract you from reaching your goals. We do not condone any form of cultism, examination malpractice, drug abuse, campus prostitution, s*x or money-for-grades, indecent/improper dressing and unruly behavior on campus. The consequences of such acts are rustication or outright expulsion of the culprits from the university.

I also charge our students to report any form of s*xual abuse, intimidation and extortion from staff. *My personal phone number is 08032686617*. Send text messages and WhatsApp chats to me on any issue affecting your life on campus. I assure you of prompt response and action. Your fellow students who are ahead of you in the university can attest to the fact that we have successfully solved many problems through this means, and I am committed to do more.

As a university, we are not oblivious of some challenges that you may be facing in the areas of hostel accommodation, lecture halls and security. But we are on top of the situation. Management remains committed to students’ welfare and would continue to improve the conditions in the hostels and the entire campus. We are putting the necessary infrastructure in place to make sure your stay on campus is peaceful, comfortable and worthwhile.

We are constructing more faculty buildings, lecture halls and theatres, laboratories and staff offices to enhance teaching and learning. The University is also working with security agencies to ensure that our campus remains safe and secure for academic activities. In fact, we have established a Security Committee consisting of staff, students and representatives of security agencies and the host community to deal with security issues within and around our campus. We have also established the AE-FUNAI Microfinance Bank, situated in the ICT block and the Agency Bank at the Zenith Bank building, to take care of your banking needs. Thus, instead of travelling over 20 kilometers to Abakaliki with its attendant risks, I strongly advise our students, to open account with the bank and make use of the facility on campus for their banking needs.

My ‘sons and daughters’, as your in-loco parentis, I urge you to imbibe the ethics of hard work, good study habits and committed attendance to lectures and carrying out of your course assignments, for they are necessary for academic success. You will definitely encounter some obstacles on your road to success, but stay focused. Don’t shy away from asking questions from the right quarters whenever you are confused or at crossroad. The University Counselling Centre, SERVICOM office, Students’ Affairs office and Public Relations Office are available and ready to attend to your questions. The University Management assures you of all the necessary support, as long as you remain dedicated to your studies and law abiding as a student of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State.

At this occasion, you will take an oath of loyalty to this University, followed by a pledge to abide by its rules and regulations, and also vow to appreciate and cherish its ideals and culture. I therefore, charge you to live by those dictates because bad behaviour will not be condoned. At the end of today’s ceremony, each of you will sign the matriculation register, which would signify your formal registration as a student of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State.

To the parents and guardians who have entrusted us with the education and well-being of their cherished ones, I offer my sincere gratitude and assurance that we will spare no effort in nurturing and shaping these young minds into the leaders of tomorrow. May I equally use this opportunity to thank the AE-FUNAI Parents’ Forum for their sustained support in bridging the infrastructural gaps in the university. For our information, before the commencement of today’s event, I commissioned some of the buildings the Forum erected at the University Staff Quarters.
And to our distinguished guests, thank you for gracing us with your presence and for your unwavering commitment to the advancement of education. Together, let us embark on this journey of learning, exploration, and excellence, as we continue to uphold the values and legacy of our esteemed institution. Welcome to Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State – the Centre of Excellence and Integrity.
Thank you.

*Prof. Sunday Oge Elom*
*Vice - Chancellor*
*10th May, 2024*

06/05/2024

Things began to change in Ehugbo when emphasis moved from 'Onye bụ nna gi? Who is your father?' to 'Obụgụ bụ onye? Who are you?' With that, everyone began to struggle to carve their own niche. May God bless your genuine endeavours. Amen!

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04/05/2024

Congratulation fụtari gini n' okwu Ehugbo?

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03/05/2024

To all of you who have followed us Times, we say thank you. May God bless you!

Naming conventions in Afikpo point to the fact that a child should have a name even before they are born. A man and his ...
02/05/2024

Naming conventions in Afikpo point to the fact that a child should have a name even before they are born. A man and his wife already know that their children are to be named in line with their family names, along the traditional pattern of 'the man's parents first.' This is a unique way of sustaining family history, bloodline and name. No matter the effects of westernization and globalization, it can be said that every Afikpo person has a name uniquely given to them in conformity with this pattern. So, what is your Afikpo name? Gịnị bụ eha Ehugbo gụ? I bụ ogbo onye?

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ULO UBI ESSA EHUGBOThe Ulo Ubi Essa Ehugbo was established in April 1920; that was after the establishment of the Eke Uk...
01/05/2024

ULO UBI ESSA EHUGBO

The Ulo Ubi Essa Ehugbo was established in April 1920; that was after the establishment of the Eke Ukwu Ehugbo in 1896. The following are the Okabues (the Speakers) of the Essa Elders Council from 1920 to 2024:

Eluu Eke from Ohaisu was the Speaker of the First Assembly from 1920 –1928.

Okere Nwachi from Ugwuegu was the Speaker of the Second Assembly from 1928 – 1936.

Oko Ehihia from Ohaisu was the Speaker of the Third Assembly from 1936 –1944.

Uro Ugo from Ugwuegu was the Speaker of the Fourth Assembly from 1944 – 1952.

Egwu Abali from Ohaisu was the Speaker of the Fifth Assembly from 1952 – 1960.

Ewa Ikwor from Ugwuegu was the Speaker of the Sixth Assembly from 1960 – 1968.

Inya Aja from Ohaisu was the Speaker of the Seventh Assembly from 1968 – 1976.

Obiahu Oko Ali from Ugwuegu was the Speaker of the Eighth Assembly from 1976 – 1984.

Oti Abali (Dimgba) from Ohaisu was the Speaker of the Ninth Assembly from 1984 –1992.

Ewa Ikwor II/Agha Oko from Ugwuegu served as Speakers of the Tenth Assembly from 1992 – 2000.

Oko Olughu Elechi from Ohaisu was the Speaker of the Eleventh Assembly from 2000 – 2008.

Oka Uhiom/Eni Egwu from Ugwuegu served as Speakers of the Twelfth Assembly from 2008 – 2016.

Christopher Abagha Egwu from Ohaisu was the Speaker of the Thirteenth Assembly from 2016 –2024.

Maurice Erusi from Ugwuegu is the Speaker of the Fourteenth Assembly from 2024 –

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Have you been to Vanco Junction Abakaliki recently? Structures are falling down for a flyover and roads to stand.Follow ...
30/04/2024

Have you been to Vanco Junction Abakaliki recently? Structures are falling down for a flyover and roads to stand.

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It was all shouts of joy in Afikpo by this time last Saturday. Gunshots, cannons and the sound of fireworks took over th...
27/04/2024

It was all shouts of joy in Afikpo by this time last Saturday. Gunshots, cannons and the sound of fireworks took over the air. Happy songs and thanksgiving. Celebration galore! We heard:

Ụwa ọma o!
Kata jege o!
Ụwam di ma o!
Onwu chekwe o
Ndụ bụ isi o!
Ọbasi di ike o!

What did you hear people shout?
What did you shout yourself?

Ehugbo bụ oke mba!

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Etọ ohu unu Kaa!Taa bụ taa!Follow Afikpo Times
20/04/2024

Etọ ohu unu Kaa!
Taa bụ taa!

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What happened to the use of scaling machines at the Abakaliki Rice Mill? Why the reintroduction of bushels? Was scaling ...
17/04/2024

What happened to the use of scaling machines at the Abakaliki Rice Mill? Why the reintroduction of bushels? Was scaling not more transparent? What actually happened?

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The police checkpoint around the Divisional Station, Abaomege, along Afikpo-Abakaliki Road is often manned by decent men...
16/04/2024

The police checkpoint around the Divisional Station, Abaomege, along Afikpo-Abakaliki Road is often manned by decent men. They are always polite, courteous, civil, respectful, friendly and nice while doing their job. Have you encountered them? What's your personal assessment?

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15/04/2024

“I got on Kizz Daniel’s Buga with no sort of legal agreement. I wasn’t expecting anything from him. Wanted to be silent about this but I think some levels of gratitude deserve to be spoken of. Do y’all know Kizz Daniel sends me 50% of every revenue he generates from that song ? After his buga tour he sent me close to a Billion Naira and I was already shocked enough by that move. He didn’t end just there. Every month I receive millions as my own share of the revenue generated by Buga on streaming platforms… Kizz is a great guy I can’t lie” ~ Tekno Reveals.

TO BE OR NOT TO BE AN ONIKARAWhy are some people who are not ripe for the Onikara cadre insisting on transiting to that ...
14/04/2024

TO BE OR NOT TO BE AN ONIKARA

Why are some people who are not ripe for the Onikara cadre insisting on transiting to that grade in Ozizza? This issue has thrown some parts of the community into confusion, as some no longer know how to approach the coming event on 20th April. While some members of the Ụtazi Age Grade (from 1952) who should be the Nde Isi Esaa (Nde Ichie) are insisting on moving to Onikara, claiming that some of their mates in other communities have been placed ahead of them, some are bent on maintaining the true position, choosing to wait for the next nine years. This has induced ɓad blọọd and confusion, including the awkward approach of voting for or against the movement by the general assembly. Unheard of. A detailed update with historical touch on the matter will be provided here. Stay tuned.

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The cheapest of these caps goes for ₦5000 today. They could rise further as the D-day draws closer.  There is festivity ...
12/04/2024

The cheapest of these caps goes for ₦5000 today. They could rise further as the D-day draws closer. There is festivity in the atmosphere. It's about to happen again in Afikpo. Transition to higher age groups! To God be all the glory.

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08/04/2024

Dualization of Abakaliki—Afikpo Road.
What happened?

08/04/2024

ODUMEJE LANDS IN LONDON 😂

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05/04/2024
03/04/2024

“You have handled me better than I ever handled myself” — Chief Martin Elechi tells Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru.

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Still on the Age matter!What's the name of your village in Afikpo? How many people are Rikweri in your village presently...
03/04/2024

Still on the Age matter!

What's the name of your village in Afikpo? How many people are Rikweri in your village presently? Let's know who knows! 😛 Ụga bụ nsọ 😂

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30/03/2024

Do you still remember this woman, Professor Nnenna Oti? A word for her. If you like what she did, like and follow our page too 😁. Like and share the post. Great woman!

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