Jump to content

Draft:Nto Udo Enwan

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia


Nto Udo Enwan is a prominent village located in the Ito III zone of the Ito Clan, within the Ika Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It is recognized as one of the most historically rooted and culturally significant communities in the region.

Ujo-iso-Agwo (Abod-Ujo) Nto Udo Enwan
Ujo-iso-Agwo (Abod-Ujo) Nto Udo Enwan

Geographical Boundaries

The village shares borders with the following neighboring communities:

Ikot Eseden to the west.

Nto Mbadum to the east.

Ikot Udom to the south.

Nto Urua to the north

Infrastructure and Accessibility

Nto Udo Enwan[1][circular reference] boasts a thoughtfully planned layout, with two major roads intersecting at a central roundabout called Abot-ujo that serves as a vital hub for traders and commuters.

One road connects Etim Ekpo (via Usung Ikot Udom) to Ukwa East (via Usung Nto Mbadum)

The second road links Urua Inyang (via Usung Efagk Ukum) to Ikot Ese (via Usung Urua Mkpohoeto)

The village also hosts part of Urua Mkpohoeto, one of the largest and most active markets in both Ika LGA and Akwa Ibom State.

Occupation

The people of Nto Udo Enwan are primarily engaged in trading, farming, civil service, and various artisan crafts, which significantly contribute to the local economy. The village is known for its fertile and expansive farmlands located in:

Aweleng

Usung Urua-Ekpo

Esua-Ition

Ikot Alōlō

Usung-Itiat

Anwa-Ekpat

These farming sites support the cultivation of a variety of crops and play a key role in food production and local trade.

Education

Nto Udo Enwan is home to key educational institutions, including:

St. Francis Primary School, established in 1942[2]

A community secondary school, serving as the primary institution for post-primary education in the village

Religion and Worship

The village is characterized by religious diversity, with several vibrant Christian denominations. Notable places of worship include:

St. Bernard Catholic Church (Parish)

Christ Faith Church

African Church

Cherubim and Seraphim Church

Assemblies of God Church

Lott Carey Church

Christ Army Church

Culture and Traditions

Nto Udo Enwan is rich in cultural heritage and community values. A notable historical landmark was the "Ujo Iso-Agwo" tree, once located at the village's central junction. Its fruit was uniquely marked with patterns resembling a human face, giving it symbolic significance within the community.

The village is also renowned for its traditional masquerade festival known as Akakum (also called Afum),[3] performed annually during the Christmas season and on important occasions such as the passing of esteemed community members.

Families (Ekpuk)

Nto Udo Enwan comprises several founding family units (known locally as Ekpuk), including:

Nto Udo Enwan

Nto Akpan Essien

Nto Udo Udo

Nto Ukobo

Nto Okpokpo

Nto Ewire

Nto Udo Etor

Nto Akwa

References

[edit]

<Ika, Nigeria>

Nto Udo Enwan is a village in the *Ito III clan of Ika Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria*, mentioned by name as one of the villages in this district.[4][circular reference]

The village is known for its *Akakum (Afum)* cultural masquerade tradition.[5]

It also hosts *Primary School (St. Francis), Nto Udo Enwan*, listed as a ward centre by the Independent National Electoral Commission.[6]

  1. ^ "Ika, Nigeria". Retrieved 2025-07-05.
  2. ^ "LIST OF POLITICAL WARDS IN AKS". Retrieved 2025-07-05.
  3. ^ "THE MASK...IN IKA THROUGH AKAKUM PERFORMANCE OF NTO UDO ENWAN". Retrieved 2025-07-05.
  4. ^ "Ika, Nigeria". Retrieved 2025-07-05.
  5. ^ "THE MASK...IN IKA THROUGH AKAKUM PERFORMANCE OF NTO UDO ENWAN". Retrieved 2025-07-05.
  6. ^ "LIST OF POLITICAL WARDS IN AKS". Retrieved 2025-07-05.