There are many Mbaise people in the United States.
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Mbaise USA Inc
Mbaise USA Inc was formed in response to the need for an umbrella organization of all Mbaise people in the United States.
It seeks to generate enthusiasm among Mbaise people. The not-for-profit organisation is committed to cultural awakening, fostering community identity, forging solidarity as well as promoting development and progress of Ndi Mbaise.
It helps forge solidarity among Mbaise people.
In September of 2008, Mbaise USA Inc held its inaugural national convention in Houston Texas.
During the convention, affiliate chapters formally registered into the organization, appointed delegates to the Board of Delegates, ratified the constitution and elected its officers.
The leaders of Mbaise USA Inc as of 2023 are:
Chief. Sir S.O.S Echendu National President
Chief (Ezeji) Alozie A. Aguwa Vice President
Chief (Dr.) Charles Iwejuo Chairman Board of Delegates
Hon. Cliff Opara Deputy Chairman, Board of Delegates
Hon.(Arc) Chuks Ikwu Secretary General
Chief Dr (Mrs.) Jovita Ike National Treasurer
Dr. Ken Akwuole National Financial Secretary
Hon. Chidi Ahaghotu Director of Socials
Prince Richard Nwachukwu-Abii BoD Secretary General
Dr. Oledinma Eugene Deputy Secretary General
Dr. (Mrs) Alice Ukaegbu Director, Women Affairs
Chief (Mrs) Ngozi B. Mbaocha Director, Youths Affairs
Mr Pauly Nwachukwu Deputy National Financial Secretary
Mbaise
Mbaise is a sub-group of Igbo ethnic group located in Imo state, south eastern Nigeria.
Meaning
In Igbo language Mbaise literally means “five towns”.
5 towns (clans) of Mbaise
The 5 towns (clans) that make up Mbaise are:
Agbaja Ahiara Ekwerazu Ezinihitte and Oke-Uvuru
Map of Mbaise
Mbaise’s 3 Local Government Areas
The towns constitute 3 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Imo state, namely:
Aboh Mbaise Ahiazu Mbaise and Ezinihitte Mbaise
Festivals
The great “Abigbo” dance troupe, “Oji” Mbaise, which celebrates the significance of the kola nut, “Iri-ji” Mbaise, an annual celebration of the yam harvest – all are festivities for which Mbaise is well-known in Nigeria and beyond.
Development
Mbaise people are also known for starting self-help projects. As a result, many infrastructures in Mbaise are products of private initiatives and communal efforts.
