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Tourism in Ebonyi

H istorically, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism was created by His Excellency, Dr. Sam. O. Egwu, in June 2000 in order to give impetus to the development of culture and tourism potential that abounds in the State. The Ministry is presently located along Enugu-Abakaliki Express Road, just in front of Democracy Estate, Abakaliki. The Ministry has the following parastatals attached to her:

• Ebonyi State Council for Arts and Culture
• Ebonyi State Tourism Board
• Ebonyi Hotels Abakaliki
• Ebonyi Hotels Afikpo

List of Tourist Attractions in Ebonyi State

• The Abakaliki Green Lake: It is located right inside Government House. Small huts are built there for relaxation and for visitors to admire the many wonders of nature.
• The Abakaliki Golf Course: The environment is naturally beautiful and equipped for games by golf players. It is equally located at Abakaliki, the State capital.
• The Amusement Park: This park is wonderfully made as a relaxation spot especially for children. It is well equipped to serve the purpose. It is a place you cannot afford to miss as a visitor to Ebonyi State. It is also located at Abakaliki, the capital of Ebonyi State.
• Amanchor Cave: The cave Is located at Amanchor in Afikpo South. The Cave is about 4 kilometers long. Plans are underway to develop this cave, as it is capable of attracting visitors to the site from within and outside the country.
• The Golden Sand Beaches at Ndibe, Ozizza and Unwana (all in Afikpo zone of the State) and Oferekpe Beach in Ikwo LGA of the State are all tourism destinations in the State.
• Mkpuma Ekwa Oku Rocks: These are rocks naturally shaped like eggs. These rock formations have been there for ages. They are located at Ndieze Community in Izzi Local Government Area.
• Okposi Salt Lake: This is located at Okposi in Ohaozzara LGA. The economic importance of this lake is enormous. It has served as the economic base for most of the rural women in the area.
• Abakaliki Greater Rice Husks: This is located at Abakaliki, the State capital, precisely at the rice mill industry. During rice production, the rice husks are piled into heaps, which makes them look like sand dunes in the desert.
• Slave Market/Route at Ezza North/South: This is one of the legacies of the infamous trade on human cargo that took place In Africa.

List of Hotels in Ebonyi State

The tourism industry cannot thrive in any given society unless there are well-developed hotel services. For this reason, the state has embarked on the development of hotels. The following are good hotels of international standard.

• Grace Court Hotel & Suites: This hotel has about sixty-five (65) developed suites with a bar and restaurant that offers continental African and Chinese cuisines. A conference hall and other facilities are provided. The hotel is located at the heart of the State capital, Abakaliki.
• Ebonyi Hotels: The hotel is located just beside the Government House Abakaliki. This hotel has 37 furnished rooms. There is also Ebonyi Hotels Afikpo. These two hotels are state government-owned.

Other hotels in the state include:

• Metro view Hotel
• Peoples’ Resort Hotel
• Adig Suites
• Salt Spring Hotel
• Eagle Royal Hotel, etc.

All of these Hotels, except Ebonyi Hotel Afikpo, are located at the State capital, Abakaliki.

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The Top Tourist Centres In Ebonyi State

When talking about states in the Southeast, there is a tendency to overlook Ebonyi State, perhaps because it’s a rather new state and has a smaller population than the other states. What may be lost on you is that this state has a lot of tourist attractions and interesting places to visit.

Ebonyi is a state that changes perspectives. A lot of corps members, for example, are sad when they discover that Ebonyi is the state NYSC posted them. However, when they come in, they realize that the state has a lot to offer and is amongst the best places to serve in Nigeria.

This piece will discuss some top tourist attractions and top things to do in Ebonyi State and basic facts about Ebonyi State that may come with it. With this piece, you may pass through your own tunnel of reevaluation without even stepping foot on the state.

Ebonyi state has quite a number of places that people visit for pleasure, interest, and for sightseeing. Coming to this state can be an interesting experience for a lot of visitors. For one, you don’t need to worry about traffic or overcrowding during vacation season like in some states in Nigeria.

Some of these beauty spots are gifts that came to us naturally, others were made by man. People visit these sites mainly for their natural aesthetics, cultural value, historical importance, natural bliss, leisure, adventure, and amusement, etc. The environment helps, endowed with naturally beautiful features and is unique in nature thereby attracting people for sightseeing and relaxation.

Ebonyi State is indeed blessed with many places endowed with naturally beautiful features. The environment is unique in nature and, hence, attracts people for sightseeing and relaxation. Some of these places are fully developed while others are receiving attention from both the State and Federal governments.

The Top Tourist Centres in Ebonyi state

The Abakaliki Golf Course

It serves as a relaxation spot where people go to have a pleasant time. Beholding this sight is something you want to experience – it’s an experience of a lifetime. The environment is naturally beautiful and equipped for games by golf players. It is equally located at Abakaliki, the State capital.

The Abakaliki Golf Course is basically for some people, a relaxing mental experience, you should visit the golf course in the state capital and you don’t have to play golf. The place offers you a great time while hanging out with like-minded people.

Unwana Beach: Unwana beach is located at Unwana in Afikpo North LGA. The beach is part of an extensive scenic golden sand beach along the Cross River basin. it is an ideal center for relaxation, sunbathing, swimming, sport fishing, canoe-racing, and yachting.

The golden sand beach is one of the top tourist attractions in Ebonyi State. it is usually a beehive of activities at weekends and public holidays as fun-seekers gather there for parties and other social events. Now you know that getting a beach experience doesn’t require a trip to Lagos.

Amanchor Cave

 The cave Is located at Amanchor in Afikpo South local government area. There is a belief that this cave has powers, and the locals worship it.

It is a great place to explore, as the stories and culture surrounding it are intriguing.

Ndibe Sand Beach:

Like Unwana Beach, Ndibe Sand Beach is located in Afikpo North LGA (Ndibe Town). The beach is also part of extensive scenic golden sand beaches along the Cross River basin. It’s an ideal center for relaxation, sunbathing, swimming, sport fishing, canoe-racing, and yachting.

Ndibe beach can be accessed from Abakaliki through Amuro/Mgbom roundabout in Afikpo.

Okposi Salt Lake

As you may already have known, Ebonyi State is described as the salt of the nation. This salt lake is another testament to this fact. Located at Okposi in Ohaozzara LGA, the economic importance of this lake is enormous. It has served as the economic base for most of the rural women in the area and also a site for tourism. 

A visit to Okposi will avail one the opportunity to see one of the natural resources that gave Ebonyi the name “salt of the nation”  and also enlighten one on how salt is being processed locally . The education aspect cannot be understated.

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The Okposi Salt Lake is located in Ohozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State has been in existence for over 400 years, it has been a constant supply of salt to the people of Uburu and Okposi, and beyond, (and then a whole nation during the civil war). The historical value cannot be overstated.

Besides supplying salt, education, and history, this salt lake offers a great view, something you’ll always tell a tale about.

Abakaliki Greater Rice Husks

This is located at Abakaliki, the State capital, precisely at the rice mill industry. During rice production, the rice husks are piled into heaps, which makes them look like sand dunes in the desert and a great sight to behold, to capture, and to relive.

Conclusively, many of the fun places in Ebonyi State can make it to the list of the beautiful places in the whole of Nigeria. Ebonyi state might be small, but it has numerous potentials and it is living it.

Bonus: The Abakaliki Green Lake. It is located right inside Government House. Small huts are built there for relaxation and for visitors to admire the many wonders of nature.

You may enjoy wondering the location came about, Interestingly, this Abakaliki green lake is located inside the government house.

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Ebonyi State – "The Salt Of The Nation"

Located in south-east geopolitical zone of Nigeria, Ebonyi State was created in 1996 and it is called “the salt of the nation” for its huge salt deposit at the Okposi and Uburu salt lakes. The state is divided into thirteen local government areas which include Abakaliki, Afikpo South, Afikpo North, Ebonyi, Effium, Ezza, Ezza South, Ikwo, Ishielu, Ivo, Ohaozara, Ohaukwu and Onicha.

History Ebonyi State is one of six new states created in 1996 late General Sanni Abacha’s administration when it was carved out of the old Abakaliki division of Enugu State and the old Afikpo division of Abia State.

People & Culture Ebonyi State has an estimated population of 4,339,136 based on the 2005 census and the inhabitants are spread across 5,935 square kilometers. The state is predominantly dominated by the Igbos with other minority ethnic groups from neighbouring states.

The people of the state are predominantly farmers and traders. The main crops produced in the state are rice, yam, palm produce, cocoa, maize, groundnut, plantain, banana, cassava, melon, sugar cane, beans, fruits and vegetables. Fishing is also carried out in Afikpo.

Weather/Climate The tropical climate of the state is broadly of two seasons which are the rainy season between April and October and dry season between November and March. A temperature throughout the year ranges between 21 °C to 29 °C and humidity is relatively high. The annual rainfall varies from 2,000mm in the southern areas to 1,150mm in the northern areas. The state enjoys luxuriant vegetation with high forest zone (rain forest) in the south and sub-savannah forest in the northern fringe.

Cities & Towns Other important cities and towns include Abakaliki, Afikpo, Amasiri, Edda, Ikwo, Ishiagu, Nkalagu, Okposi, Onicha, Onueke, Uburu, Unwana etc.

Unwana and Ndibe Sand Beaches: These beaches are respectively located at Unwana and Ndibe in Afikpo North LGA. The two beaches are part of extensive scenic golden sand beaches along Cross River basin. They are ideal centres for relaxation, sunbathing, swimming, sport fishing, canoe-racing, and yachting.

Abakaliki Golf Course: Situated along Ezza road and spanning 11/2km, the golf course has a modern golfing terrain. Its undulating knolls are golf able all the year round.

Fati Abubakar Park: Fati Abubakar amusement park is located adjacent to the golf course along Ezza road, Abakaliki. Beautifully built in the traditional culture of Ebonyi State, the park provides a place for amusement and relaxation for children and adults.

Abakaliki Green Lake: The green lake served as a leisure and relaxation centre for the colonial masters. It’s upgraded with modernized facilities which make it a tourist haven.

Ogbodu Conical Mound: This is found in Ngbo in Ohaukwu LGA which served as a pre-colonial defence and military observation post.

Slave Market Route, Ezza: Located in Ezza in Ezza-South, this market route was where slaves were traded before being moved to places for trade during the slave and intertribal war years.

Spectacular Natural Rock Formations, Akpoha: These rock formations at Akpoha in Afikpo-North Local Government Area are one of the beautiful landscape figures appreciated.

Other attractions Juju Hill, Abakaliki Oferekpe Waterfall, Ikwo Ofogbara Rocks, Ikwo Libolo Valley, Edda, Afikpo South LGA

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The Tourist Attractions in Ebonyi State.

The tourist attractions in Ebonyi state .

Ebonyi state has a quite number of places that people visit for pleasure, interest and for sightseeing. Coming to this state can be an interesting experience for a lot of visitors. You don't need to worry about traffic or crowd during vacation season like in some states in Nigeria. Some of these beauty spots occur naturally while some are made by man. People visit these sites mainly for its inbuilt or displayed natural or cultural value, historical importance, natural or built beauty, offering leisure, adventure and amusement. The environment is endowed with naturally beautiful features and is unique in nature thereby attracting people for sightseeing and relaxation.

Apart from sightseeing for the tourists, these beauty spots generates income, they contribute to the revenue of the government, brings about infrastructural investments, provides employment and attracts other investors around.    

Some of the tourist attractions in Ebonyi state are:-                                                  

• Okposi Salt Lake, Ohaozara L.G.A
• Abakaliki Green Lake.
• Mkpuma Ekwa Oku Rocks, Izzi L.G.A
• Isinweze Water-falls, MacGregor Hill, Afikpo-North L.G.A.
• Achiogba Water Falls, Ekoli-Edda, Afikpo South L.G.A.
• Abakaliki Greater Rice Husk, (Abakaliki Rice Mill) Abakaliki LGA
• Ugwu Elom Onele (porpularly called Juju Hill) Abakaliki L.G.A.
• Amanchor Cave, Etiti-edda, Afikpo South L.G.A.
• The Golden Sand Beaches, Unwana, Afikpo North L.G.A.
• Unwana and Ndibe Sand Beach, Afikpo North L.G.A.
• Slave Market route, Amuzu,Afikpo North L.G.A.
• Historic Ancient Stone Mortar, Amana (Ezza Ndichie), Ezza South L.G.A.
• Uburu Salt Lake, Ohaozara L.G.A.
• Ishiagu Pottery Works, Ishiagu, Ivo L.G.A.
• Oferekpe Beach, Ikwo L.G.A.
• Illi Noyo at Ekpelu Umuaka (the ancestral home of Ikwo Noyo clan).
• Norwegian Water Reservoir at Amagu, Ikwo L.G.A.
• Rocky Hills Formation in Amagu, Ikwo L.G.A.
• Okpuitumo and Otagbara,
• Ogagbo Igbudu Beach at Ogagbo Igbudu, Ikwo L.G.A
• The Abakaliki Golf Course.
• The Amusement Park.

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Top Tourist Attractions in Ebonyi State

Coming to Ebonyi State can be  an interesting experience for a lot of visitors. It is one of the last states that was created in Nigeria, which is still struggling with development. It may not be as renown as Enugu State but it sure has its own perks that will make your visit worth the while. This is one State where one need not worry about the traffic or a crowd during vacation season. We have listed some of the tourist attractions that you may want to check out when you visit the State.

The Abakaliki Green Lake

The Abakaliki Green Lake can be found inside the Ebonyi State Government House. This was once a haven for the Colonial Masters who could not get enough of the beauty here.  You will also find numerous huts in here where you can relax. If you’re an artist or a writer, you will very likely fall in love with the view from these huts. It tends to evoke inspirations and creativity.

The Abakaliki Golf Course

Can you play golf? The Abakaliki Golf Course is standard and well kept. You can learn how to be a professional golfer here and, if you do not want to play, you can watch people golf. Friends are quickly made here which is the more reasons we see some important figures in the country here during the weekends.

The Amusement Park

If you came with your kids to Ebonyi State, they would love this amusement park.  Even adults would appreciate what the government has done here to help everyone feel relaxed in a peaceful atmosphere of fun and play. During the weekends, we see a lot of families bring their kids here to help them unwind.

Okposi Salt Lake

The Okposi Salt Lake is an important place to visit in Ebonyi State. You will get to see a lot of women who have made a thriving business from salt trading. A visit here would enlighten you on how the salt you take at home eventually is processed.

Abakaliki Greater Rice Husks

The sense of industry and craftsmanship here is amazing. You’ll get to see  rice husks piled into huge heaps, like sand dunes in a desert. The rice mill industry located here serves as the source of the local rice delivered to most Nigerian homes. The rice husks have become sort of landmark for the people of Ebonyi State.

Top Ebonyi State Attractions

Things to do in ebonyi state.

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• Adventurous
• Budget-friendly
• Good for a Rainy Day
• Hidden Gems
• Good for Couples
• Honeymoon spot
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Top Ebonyi State Attractions

Things to do in ebonyi state.

• Good for Kids
• Good for Big Groups
• Adventurous
• Budget-friendly
• Good for a Rainy Day
• Hidden Gems
• Good for Couples
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Top 5 Places You Should Visit In Ebonyi State

April 30, 2024 Kodecx General 0

Ebonyi State, a young fast developing state located at the south eastern Nigeria, one out of the five states that are majorly dominated by the Igbo ethnic group.

Bounded by Benue on the north, Enugu at the east, Cross-River and Imo at the south, Ebonyi is richly endowed with mineral resources, which includes the large salt deposit at the Ohaozara. And also a large deposit of limestone is found at Nkalaga, northern part of the state.

Like every other state, with lots of unique and interesting places for tourist attractions, ebonyi state is no exception with many amazing and interesting places you will love to pay a visit anytime you travel to ebonyi state.

We have carefully handpicked 5 places you will love to visit anytime you find yourself in ebonyi state.

Osborn La-Palm Royal Resort

Anybody on a visit to ebonyi would first of all require a place to stay and that will be a perfect hotel like Osborn La-Palm Royal Resort. 

Osborn La-Palm is a nice hotel located at No 1 osborn avenue, off kpirikpiri Rd, Mile 50, Abakaliki, and its well know for its exquisite treat to customers who patronise their services.

Spacious rooms well-equipped with luxurious bathrooms with Jacuzzi bath and shower, air-conditioning units, over 30 satellite channels on the TV, fridge, electronic locking system, hair dryer, Osborn is no doubt your preferred choice.

They have over 90 rooms at affordable prices, and its located at the state capital, which make it easier to get the most of the state.

Okposi lake

Okposi lake is a small lake which has proven to be of great economic importance and served as a base for rural women in the area.

It is located at Okposi, a rural communities in Ohaozara local government area of ebonyi state, its a lake with an unusual large deposit of salt which made the it of enormous economic importance.

This lake was actually what gave ebonyi state it’s slogan “Salt Of The Nation” although its not the only place with salt deposit. This lake should be one of the places you shouldn’t miss visiting anytime you travel to ebonyi.

Abakaliki Golf  Course

I must say you may not be someone who take interest in golf game but you will definitely love the environment, the abakaliki golf course is naturally beautiful and equipped for games by golf players.

This amazing golf course is located along  Ezza road and right behind Federal Teaching Hospital, right in the state capital, Abakaliki. It has lots of relaxation joints close-by where you can relax while you watch the game.

A private association consisting people who take part in the golf game takes charge of the course and makes sure of its beautiful look doesn’t fade.

Should incase you find yourself self in ebonyi state, do make time to pay a visit and we bet you won’t regret.

Golden Sand Beach At Afikpo

The golden sand beach located at three different locations, Oziza, Ndibe and Uwana, all in Afikpo zone is a small beach which is part of extensive scenic golden sand beach along Cross River basin and serves as an ideal place to get the most out of interesting beach adventures.

Located a little far from the state capital, the Ndibe for instance can be reached from Abakaliki through Amuro/Mgbom roundabout in Afikpo. Its usually crowded on weekends with people who have taken advantage of it as a center for relaxation, sunbathing, swimming, sport fishing, canoe-racing, and yachting.

This three places all in the same place and not far from each other should be on your list of places you must visit in ebonyi state.

Abakaliki Green Lake

The last but not the list on our list is another beautiful lake, Abakaliki Green Lake , but this time its located right inside the government house in the state capital.

Used to be haven for colonial masters who cherished its beuty, it has now witnessed upgrade to mordenized facilities which has transformed its beuty beyond what it was before.

Small huts built for relaxation and for visitors to admire the beuty of the lake makes it a good place for tourists to relax while catching the view.

Leave me in your shoes, i won’t want to miss this place on my visit to ebonyi state.

Other Places Worth Our Mention Includes

Amanchor Cave

This is a small cave located in Amanchor, a small community in Afikpo   South Local Government. Allthogh it’s yet to be developed but it’s still worth a visit.

Mkpuma Ekwa Oku Rocks

Mkpuma Ekwa Oku Rocks is found in Izzi local government of ebonyi state. These are rocks naturally shaped like chicken eggs, thus the name. Its a great place to pay a visit.

Slave Market/Route at Ezza 

This is one of the places where the african human trade took place. Its an important place in history.

I visited it once so i think you should also pay a visit.

We have lots of other places too that may not be included on the list, so if you know any other interesting place you think should have been on this list kindly drop it in the comments section below👇

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List of Tourist Attractions in Ebonyi State

Ebonyi State is indeed blessed with many places endowed with naturally beautiful features. The environment is unique in nature and, hence, attracts people for sightseeing and relaxation. Some of these places are fully developed while others are receiving attention from both the State and Federal governments. The following are some of the tourism destinations within the State.

• The Abakaliki Green Lake: It is located right inside Government House. Small huts are built there for relaxation and for visitors to admire the many wonders of nature.
• The Abakaliki Golf Course: The environment is naturally beautiful and equipped for games by golf players. It is equally located at Abakaliki, the State capital.
• The Amusement Park: This park is wonderfully made as a relaxation spot especially for children. It is well equipped to serve the purpose. It is a place you cannot afford to miss as a visitor to Ebonyi State. It is also located at Abakaliki, the capital of Ebonyi State.
• Amanchor Cave: The cave Is located at Amanchor in Afikpo South. The Cave is about 4 kilometers long. Plans are underway to develop this cave, as it is capable of attracting visitors to the site from within and outside the country.
• The Golden Sand Beaches at Ndibe, Ozizza and Unwana (all in Afikpo zone of the State) and Oferekpe Beach in Ikwo LGA of the State are all tourism destinations in the State.
• Mkpuma Ekwa Oku Rocks: These are rocks naturally shaped like eggs. These rock formations have been there for ages. They are located at Ndieze Community in Izzi Local Government Area.
• Okposi Salt Lake: This is located at Okposi in Ohaozzara LGA. The economic importance of this lake is enormous. It has served as the economic base for most of the rural women in the area.
• Abakaliki Greater Rice Husks: This is located at Abakaliki, the State capital, precisely at the rice mill industry. During rice production, the rice husks are piled into heaps, which makes them look like sand dunes in the desert.
• Slave Market/Route at Ezza North/South: This is one of the legacies of the infamous trade on human cargo that took place In Africa.

Reference https://www.ebonyistate.gov.ng/tourism.aspx

Ebonyi is a state in southeastern Nigeria, created in 1996 from parts of Abia and Enugu states. Ebonyi state is the 36th and youngest state in Nigeria.

It is bordered by Benue, Cross River, Enugu and Abia states.

The capital of Ebonyi is Abakaliki, which is also the largest city in the state. Abakaliki is a vibrant and modern city with many attractions, such as the Ebonyi State University, the Abakaliki Golf Course, the Ebonyi Cultural Centre and the Salt Lake.

Ebonyi has large-scale natural resources, especially solid minerals such as lead, zinc, copper, limestone, salt, gypsum and granite. These minerals have attracted many investors and industries to the state, creating employment opportunities and boosting the economy.

Ebonyi is also a major producer of rice, yam, cassava, maize, beans and oil palm in Nigeria. The state has several irrigation projects and dams that support its agricultural activities.

The state is a melting pot of cultures and traditions. It has over 40 ethnic groups, each with its own language, customs and festivals. Some of the major ethnic groups in Ebonyi are the Izzi, Ezza, Edda, Ikwo, Mgbo, Kukele and Oring.

Some of the popular festivals in Ebonyi are the New Yam Festival, the Salt Festival, the Nkwo Market Day Festival and the Leboku Festival. These festivals showcase the rich heritage and diversity of Ebonyi people.

Ebonyi is also a tourist destination with many historical and natural attractions. Some of the places to visit in Ebonyi are the Amanchor Cave, the Oferekpe Waterfall, the Ndibe Beach, the Ishiagu Pottery Works, the Uburu Salt Lake and the Nkalagu Cement Factory. These places offer scenic views, recreational activities and educational insights into the history and culture of Ebonyi.

The state is one of the five states that make up the South-East geopolitical zone of Nigeria.

Landmass : 5,532.2 sq km (2,136 sq mi) – 35th of 37

State capital : Abakaliki

Local Government Areas : 13

LANDMASS, LOCATION, AND POPULATION

Ebonyi State covers an area of 5,532 square kilometres. It lies at latitude 6°15′ North and longitude 8°05′ East. It has a population of 2,176,947 (2006 census) 2,880,383 (2016 forecast) and a population density of 393. The state accounts for 1.6% of Nigeria’s total population.

HISTORY AND PEOPLE

The early settlers of Ebonyi State were the Igbo people. The state is named after the Ebonyi (Aboine) River. Under the three-region structure of 1954, Ebonyi State was part of the Eastern Region. In 1967 with the creation of twelve federal states by General Yakubu Gowon’s military government, it became a part of East-Central State. The 1976 military government of General Murtala Muhammed created nineteen states out of the existing twelve and Ebonyi State became part of Anambra State. 

With the creation of Enugu and Abia States in 1991 by the military government of General Ibrahim Babangida, Ebonyi State became part of these states. In 1996, the military government of General Sanni Abacha created Ebonyi State by combining portions of Abia and Enugu States.

The Igbo people form the largest ethnic group in Ebonyi State and their language is the state’s lingua franca. A total of nine languages – Afikpo, Mgbo, Izzi, Ezaa, Ikwo, Kukele, Legbo, Mbembe and Oringare – are spoken in the state, all of which are Igbo dialects. Christianity is the major religion in Ebonyi State. About 1% of the people in the state are Muslims, while roughly 8% hold other beliefs.  

MAIN TOWNS AND CITIES

Abakaliki (capital), Afikpo, Amasiri, Edda, Ishiagu, Nkalagu, Okposi, Onicha, Onueke and Uburu.  

LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS

Ebonyi comprises 13 Local Government Areas (LGAs). The following are the LGAs and their headquarters, administrative capitals

Walter Feghabo (Administrator – Military): October 1996 – August 1998 Simeon Oduoye (Administrator – Military): August 1998 – May 1999 Sam Egwu (Governor – Civilian (People’s Democratic Party)): May 1999 – May 2007 Martin Elechi (Governor – Civilian (People’s Democratic Party)): May 2007 – May 2015 Dave Umahi (Governor – Civilian (People’s Democratic Party/All Progressives Congress)): May 2015 – Present

Ebonyi State is predominantly forest savannah. Agriculture and fishing are important in the state. An estimated eighty-five percent of the population earns its living from one form of agricultural activity or another. Ebonyi’s agricultural productivity is one of the highest in Nigeria. The main cash crops in the state are rice, oil palm, yam, sugar cane, cocoa and groundnut. Important minerals found in the state include lead, marble, zinc and limestone. 

The state is called “the salt of the nation” because of the huge salt deposits at the Okposi and Uburu salt lakes. Nkalagu, where a major limestone formation is located. There are also quarries and rice mills.

The tertiary institutions in the state are Federal University, Ndufu-Alike Ikwo; Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana; Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki; Federal College of Agriculture, Ishiagu; and State College of Education, lkwo.  

FAMOUS SITES

Mmahi Ezi Salt Lake, Okposi Okwu

The Mmahi Ezi Salt Lake was discovered about 400 years by hunters in search of water.

The women process the salt using instructions said to have been issued by the goddess Mmahi. It has served as the economic base for most of the women in rural communities. It was an important supply of salt during the Nigerian-Biafran war.

Amanchor Cave, Amanchor

The Amanchor cave is one of the longest caves in Africa, It is about 4 kilometres long and 3 metres high. The cave has several tunnels that lead to different towns making it accessible from Afikpo, Abakaliki, Ngusu and Akaeze. Some cultural activities, including the Orie-Ogba festival take place in the cave.

Greater Rice Husks, Abakaliki

The Greater Rice Husks look like sand dunes in the desert when piled into heaps during the processing of rice.

The two major festivals in Ebonyi are the New Yam festival and the Dance Parade by Masquerades. The new yam festival is associated with the yam planting cycle. It marks the end of the planting season and heralds the harvest and consumption of new yam across communities in the state. Masquerades have particular importance in the traditions of the state and its festival features vary across different communities.

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Ebonyi State, Salt of The Nation

Ebonyi is an agrarian state in south-east Nigeria. It is inhabited and populated primarily by the Igbos. Its capital and largest city is Abakaliki. Known as the “Salt of the Nation” because of its large salt deposits, Ebonyi State is one of the 36 states in Nigeria. It was created in 1996, making it one of the youngest states in Nigeria. The State shares a border with Benue State to the North, Enugu State to the west, Imo and Abia States to the south and Cross River State to the east. The State capital and largest town is Abakaliki. The second largest town is Afikpo. Other towns are Ikwo, Izzi, Onicha, Edda, Onueke, Ezzamgbo, Nkalagu, Uburu, Ishiagu, Amasiri and Okposi.

Ebony State was one of the six states created in 1996 by the then federal military government of General Sani Abacha. The State of Ebonyi was created from parts of both Enugu State and Abia State, which in turn were initially constituents of the old Anambra and Imo States respectively. For administrative purposes, Ebonyi State is divided into three Senatorial Zones, each represented by a Senator at the National Assembly, and six Federal Constituencies, each represented by a Member of the House of Representatives also at the National Assembly. The three Senatorial Zones are:

Ebonyi North – comprising Abakaliki, Ebonyi, Ishielu, Ohaukwu and lzzi LGAs

Ebonyi Central – comprising Ikwo, Ezza North and Ezza South LGA.

Ebonyi South – comprising Afikpo North, Afikpo South, lvo, Ohaozara and Onicha LGAs

The state is also divided into thirteen local government areas (LGAs), namely:

• Abakaliki, – Afikpo North, – Afikpo South, – Ebonyi, – Ezza North, – Ezza South, – Ikwo, – Ishielu, -Ivo, – Izzi, – Ohaozara, – Ohaukwu – Onicha.

Educationally, Ebony State It is home to six Higher institutions of learning: Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki (EBSU); Federal University Ndufu Alike Ikwo (FUNAI); Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana; Savannah Institute of Technology, Ishieke Junction, Abakaliki; Federal College of Agriculture, Ishiagu; Ebonyi State College of Education Ikwo (EBSCOEI) and College of Health Sciences, Ezzamgbo.

In the health sector, Ebonyi has two major hospitals – Ebonyi State Teaching Hospital and the Federal Medical Center – both in Abakaliki. The State also has three general hospitals located in Onueke, Onicha and Enohia Itim (near Afikpo). These are complemented by several private hospitals and clinics in various towns and villages. The State also has three schools of nursing at Uburu, Afikpo and Edda.

In terms of accommodation, Ebonyi hotels can be affordable and inexpensive, although there are luxurious hotels in Ebonyi, especially in the state capital, but their prices are different from was you see in most of the big cities in Nigeria. Some of the hotels in Ebonyi are Salt Lake Hotel, Ebonyi Hotel Abakaliki, Grace Court Hotel & Salts, and Klasson Suites Limited, Pinnacle Hotel and Suite.

Read:  List of Tourist Attractions in Ebonyi State

Transportation

Upon your entry into the Ebonyi by road through any of the transport company as Ebonyi does not have An Airport, taking a ride around the state might be a little stressful as the only means of transportation within the city is via the commercial bus, tricycle popularly known as keke or motorbike know as okada.

Ebonyi State has a rich cultural heritage. This is expressed in the many colorful cultural dances, folklore and artwork, some of which have attracted national and international attention. The popular Nkwa Umuagbogho Dance Group of Afikpo has won several national and international merit awards.

As a state inhabited majorly  by Christians, aside the religious festivals that is celebrated in the state, the major festival that brings Ebonyians together is the Ebonyi State Cultural Fiesta celebrated in Abakaliki.  But like every other Igbo State, Ebonyi celebrates the annual IwaJi, New Yam festival.

Tourist attractions in the State include Ndibe Beach in Afikpo, the salt lakes in the towns of Okposi and Uburu, and Ishiagu Pottery Works in Ishiagu. Read :  Top 5 places of interest in Ebonyi state

Aside from the local markets, Most of the stores are located in the capital city. These small scale malls are more popular in the just-evolving state. There are also mega malls you can do your shopping while in the state capital.

The state is blessed with mineral resources such as lead, limestone, zinc and marble. Ebonyi is called “the salt of the nation” for its huge salt deposit at the towns of Okposi and Uburu.

In the industrial sector, the State has several food processing factories including dozens of rice mills, many quarry factories, a fertilizer blending plant, one of Nigeria’s largest poultries (Nkali Poultry) and one of Nigeria’s foremost cement factories (the Nigerian Cement Company at Nkalagu).

The people of Ebonyi State are predominantly farmers and traders. The main crops produced in the State are rice, yam, palm produce, cocoa, maize, groundnut, plantain, banana, cassava, melon, sugar cane, beans, fruits and vegetables. Fishing is also carried out in Afikpo.

Ebonyi is home to the popular abakaliki rice, As the highest producer of  rice in Nigeria, the most common food one can get in Ebonyi is rice. The most popular dish you can get in a beer parlor are fresh fish or Nkwobi. other Food you can’t afford to miss while in Ebonyi are, Abacha, Ofe Akwu and Abakaliki Rice, Ofe Oha, Ofe Onugbo, Ofe Egusi which can either go with pounded yam or fufu

Abakaliki Greater Rice Husks

Ebonyi people are known to be incredibly industrious and hard working. Hence, it is not surprising, they cultivate rice, process it and over the years, it has became a source of livelihood for the people of Abakaliki. You will see  rice husks piled into huge heaps which is a significant proof of how the trade has survived for decades. The rice mill industry serves is the source of the local rice delivered to most Nigerian homes. The rice husks have become sort of landmark for the people of Ebonyi State.

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Thanks for sharing such a beautiful post. I love to learn about a new culture.

Nigeria such a beautiful and great culture country nice pictures.

Oh wow what an interesting place to visit! The Keke looks fab. Never seen anything like it!

Wow beautiful! I can’t wait for my husband retires and we can travel more. I am adding this to my bucket list!

Wow. I can’t believe they’ve made hills out of rice husks. They must be a major rice producing area! The golf course looks lovely too. I’d love to try my skills in that golf course someday!

The rich culture would amaze me!As well, I can relate to the public means of transportation because in Kenya, we also us that.

This looks like a really cool place to visit, with such a rich culture and heritage. The thing that caught my eye, being a food blogger, is the abakaliki rice. I have never heard of that type of rice before, and I am intrigued by it and would like to get my hands on some to experiment with.

What a fantastic and lovely post for sure. I love the look of the festivals too xx

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