Abacha Voyage Tips and guide

Abacha is in South East Nigeria.

Abacha is a prominent town located in the southeastern region of Nigeria, within the Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State. Like many towns in the Igbo-speaking part of the country, Abacha is rich in culture, history, and tradition. It is a community that reflects the values, industriousness, and social cohesion of the Igbo people. Known for its vibrant festivals, skilled traders, and devoted residents, Abacha continues to maintain a unique identity while adapting to modern changes in Nigeria.

The history of Abacha Town is deeply rooted in Igbo tradition and culture. Like many Igbo communities, Abacha developed a governance system centered around chieftaincy, with leadership symbolized by the title of Igwe, or king. This traditional structure is supported by village councils, age-grade groups, and community elders, who collectively ensure social harmony, resolve disputes, and preserve cultural norms. In modern times, Abacha’s leadership has experienced significant events and changes. On January 9, 2021, Chief Nwabunwanne Godwin Odiegwu was crowned Ezedioramma Ikendim Abachaleku III, Igwe of Abacha, by community leaders and elders. His coronation followed the deposition of his predecessor, Igwe Godwin Chuba Mbakwe, by the then Willie Obiano Administration. The circumstances surrounding this transition became a subject of legal contest, as the matter was referred to a competent court to determine the legality of the government’s actions. Abacha comprises five recognised villages: Umudisi,Umuazu,Umuokpolonwu,Umuekpeli,and Ugwuma. The village of Umuokpolonwu is further subdivided into two smaller communities: Umunneora and Umuaribo.

Abacha has a typical Tropical Wet and Dry (Savanna) climate, characterized by hot, humid, and rainy wet seasons (April-October) with abundant rainfall and warm to hot, drier periods during the dry season (November-March). Expect high temperatures year-round (around 29°C average), significant rainfall (over 200mm annually), and a climate heavily impacted by changing weather patterns.

6°8′34″N 6°57′26″E

Map of Abacha

The town can be accessed by Air or Land by foreigners,visitors and indegens of Anambra State.

The people of this town can move around with their personal vehicles, tricycles which has become a more rampant means of transportation in the town.

• The New Yam Festival (Iri Ji) is the most prominent. Celebrated annually, it marks the beginning of yam harvesting, one of the town’s most important crops. During the festival, the Igwe or elders bless the new yams before they are eaten, symbolizing gratitude to the gods and ancestors for a bountiful harvest. Feasting, dancing, and communal prayers are common, and residents often invite friends and family to join in the celebrations.
• Masquerade festivals, locally called Mmanwu, are also significant in Abacha. Masquerades represent ancestral spirits and appear during important ceremonies. They wear elaborate masks and costumes, perform energetic dances, and display acrobatic skills. Each masquerade often has a specific role, such as entertaining the community, enforcing moral codes, or blessing events. Watching the masquerades is both exciting and educational, especially for younger generations who learn about their culture through these performances.
• Traditional wrestling competitions are another highlight during festival seasons. Young men from different villages test their strength and skill, bringing pride to their families and communities. These wrestling events are both entertainment and a demonstration of courage, discipline, and physical fitness.

The town is know for making African Salad which can be bought by their town members and outsiders.