Draft:Nto Udo Enwan
| Submission declined on 5 July 2025 by MCE89 (talk). This submission is not adequately supported by reliable sources. Reliable sources are required so that information can be verified. If you need help with referencing, please see Referencing for beginners and Citing sources. This submission does not appear to be written in the formal tone expected of an encyclopedia article. Entries should be written from a neutral point of view, and should refer to a range of independent, reliable, published sources. Please rewrite your submission in a more encyclopedic format. Please make sure to avoid peacock terms that promote the subject.
Where to get help
How to improve a draft
You can also browse Wikipedia:Featured articles and Wikipedia:Good articles to find examples of Wikipedia's best writing on topics similar to your proposed article. Improving your odds of a speedy review To improve your odds of a faster review, tag your draft with relevant WikiProject tags using the button below. This will let reviewers know a new draft has been submitted in their area of interest. For instance, if you wrote about a female astronomer, you would want to add the Biography, Astronomy, and Women scientists tags. Editor resources
|  |
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.
_Nto_Udo_Enwan.jpg?lang=en)
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]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]
- ^ "Ika, Nigeria". Retrieved 2025-07-05.
- ^ "LIST OF POLITICAL WARDS IN AKS". Retrieved 2025-07-05.
- ^ "THE MASK...IN IKA THROUGH AKAKUM PERFORMANCE OF NTO UDO ENWAN". Retrieved 2025-07-05.
- ^ "Ika, Nigeria". Retrieved 2025-07-05.
- ^ "THE MASK...IN IKA THROUGH AKAKUM PERFORMANCE OF NTO UDO ENWAN". Retrieved 2025-07-05.
- ^ "LIST OF POLITICAL WARDS IN AKS". Retrieved 2025-07-05.