Amuvi is undoubtedly one of the foremost villages in the Arochukwu Kingdom, known for its highly progressive people. The village stands out for its exceptional organization and deep sense of brotherhood, a tradition that dates back centuries.

Our forebears demonstrated their commitment by establishing a strong governance structure and strategically mapping the village to foster development.

To uphold this legacy, the Amuvi Development Project is 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 its traditional leadership, the village’s day-to-day affairs are managed by a constitutionally guided body known as the Amuvi Welfare and Development Association (AWADA). This association was established to foster peace, progress, welfare, and the overall development of the village. AWADA carries out its functions through three main wings: