About Inyi Town
INYI is a town located in Oji-river within Enugu State in Nigeria. Its about 70 Kilometers Southwest from Enugu city, the capital of Enugu state, 60 Kilometers East from Awka, the capital Anambra State and 45 kilometers to Nnewi via Ufuma town.
It is located in the southeastern area of Nigeria and is largely populated by members of the Igbo ethnic group, An area also known as the Waawa people.
The name " I N Y I " is derived from a Tree called Inyi, under which the father of inyi descendants was found and adopted.
Inyi town is made up of 9 villages – Umuome, Enugu, Obune, Amankwo, Agbaliji, Umuagu, Alum, Nkwere and Akwu.
It is located in the southeastern area of Nigeria and is largely populated by members of the Igbo ethnic group, An area also known as the Waawa people.
The name " I N Y I " is derived from a Tree called Inyi, under which the father of inyi descendants was found and adopted.
Inyi town is made up of 9 villages – Umuome, Enugu, Obune, Amankwo, Agbaliji, Umuagu, Alum, Nkwere and Akwu.
Inyi town is surrounded by some other towns namely Ufuma (in Anambra State), Achi, Awlaw, Akpugo-Eze and Ugwuoba (also part of Oji-River LGA of Enugu State).
The town makes up a large majority of the total population of Oji River 126,587 according to the 2006 Nigerian census.
However, it is one of largest towns in Oji-River Local Government area of Enugu State.
There are several primary schools in Inyi within all 9 villages, with each having at least one primary school. The oldest educational institutions in Inyi include Inyi Boys Secondary School (founded in 1976), Inyi Girls Secondary School (founded in 1977). As well as, Sacred Heart Primary school, one of the oldest educational institutes in the region.
Inyi is generally made up of sandy soil, which is not particularly fertile. As a result, Inyi town and its people are not known for the cultivation of any particular crop. However, it is an obvious fact that Cashew trees and mellon do grow fairly well in Inyi.
Inyi people however are known to be very hospitable, brilliant and cheerful individuals. They are most notable for the manner in which they entertain their guests.
Inyi people entertain their visitors by preparing “Abacha Ncha” Cassava by form of a dish, served with fish. Usually washed down with a fresh Palm wine (White Palm Sap water) from local Palm wine tapping, which has been noted to be beneficial to ones sight, based on its yeast content. When drank in moderation, as it is also intoxicating.
The town makes up a large majority of the total population of Oji River 126,587 according to the 2006 Nigerian census.
However, it is one of largest towns in Oji-River Local Government area of Enugu State.
There are several primary schools in Inyi within all 9 villages, with each having at least one primary school. The oldest educational institutions in Inyi include Inyi Boys Secondary School (founded in 1976), Inyi Girls Secondary School (founded in 1977). As well as, Sacred Heart Primary school, one of the oldest educational institutes in the region.
Inyi is generally made up of sandy soil, which is not particularly fertile. As a result, Inyi town and its people are not known for the cultivation of any particular crop. However, it is an obvious fact that Cashew trees and mellon do grow fairly well in Inyi.
Inyi people however are known to be very hospitable, brilliant and cheerful individuals. They are most notable for the manner in which they entertain their guests.
Inyi people entertain their visitors by preparing “Abacha Ncha” Cassava by form of a dish, served with fish. Usually washed down with a fresh Palm wine (White Palm Sap water) from local Palm wine tapping, which has been noted to be beneficial to ones sight, based on its yeast content. When drank in moderation, as it is also intoxicating.
Oji River L.G Head Quarters
Oji River Power Station
Inyi Nwa-Ocho Ucho.........................
Oji River Local Government Area, Enugu State, Nigeria
Weather Condition in Inyi Town
Weather conditions in Inyi consists of two major seasons, the Dry season and the Wet season (Raining season). The dry season is a period of intense sunshine, which causes perspiration on most people outdoors and covers everything with dust.
The season begins in November and extends till April, but between December and January, the days are at its driest and windy, nights and early morning are colder. This is generally referred to as the Harmantan season.
The northeastern winds come often in spells that last from a few days to more than a week. Nights become chilly and temperatures may even drop below the 18°C, coming back to an average 32°C during the day with occasional peaks above the 36°C during the day. The hot harmattan winds evaporate body moisture quickly and give a sensation of coolness to the skin. It is these Sahara winds that carry large amounts of dust to the state, leaving a thick fog in the morning and a hazy sky for the rest of the day behind. Houses, buildings and cars are daily covered with a layer of fine brownish sand.
However, the rain season falls between May and October with the heaviest rains in June and July during this season, The rain is mostly preceded by strong winds and skies filled with lightning and Thunder. When it rains, it quickly overfills drainage, making soft rural and unpaved roads almost inaccessible by car, especially by heavier transportion vehicles.
In the absence of rain, weather is clear and cool, around 26°C; during the day and 20°C in the night, however humidity prevails. The annual rainfall in Enugu State is between 1.5 and 2 metres. The cool and chilly weather results in people complaining of Catarrh and fever.
The season begins in November and extends till April, but between December and January, the days are at its driest and windy, nights and early morning are colder. This is generally referred to as the Harmantan season.
The northeastern winds come often in spells that last from a few days to more than a week. Nights become chilly and temperatures may even drop below the 18°C, coming back to an average 32°C during the day with occasional peaks above the 36°C during the day. The hot harmattan winds evaporate body moisture quickly and give a sensation of coolness to the skin. It is these Sahara winds that carry large amounts of dust to the state, leaving a thick fog in the morning and a hazy sky for the rest of the day behind. Houses, buildings and cars are daily covered with a layer of fine brownish sand.
However, the rain season falls between May and October with the heaviest rains in June and July during this season, The rain is mostly preceded by strong winds and skies filled with lightning and Thunder. When it rains, it quickly overfills drainage, making soft rural and unpaved roads almost inaccessible by car, especially by heavier transportion vehicles.
In the absence of rain, weather is clear and cool, around 26°C; during the day and 20°C in the night, however humidity prevails. The annual rainfall in Enugu State is between 1.5 and 2 metres. The cool and chilly weather results in people complaining of Catarrh and fever.
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Books on Inyi Town and History
Covering IWA’s responsibility before and during the regine of Igwe Omerie II, Chief Adolphus Onyekwere.
Inyi History (Second edition);
The life and times of Warrant Chief Udeagbara Uzoka;
by Barrister M. O. Udeh
Covering the history of inyi told and Untold, focusing on the origin of Chiefs and leadership. But including opportunities and events that would have changed the path of the present Inyi town.
Save Inyi Town;
Broken -The Story of Inyi – Told and Untold;
by Igwe Mike Ofor Mberedeogu
Covering the legends of Inyi Origin and Cultures. Including the invasion of the British, their Christianity effect on Laws and customs. Also following (IWA) town union issues in the 60s. As well as the event around the Biafra Civil war, followed by the developments made by indigenes of Inyi.
Inyi Home affairs;
by Prof C Agodi Onwumechili
Covering the activities of Inyi Welfare Association IWA, A town union that energized and united Inyi people and promoted development project in Inyi for about 50years. Of which the author was actively involved personally.
Facts about Inyi;
by Pius Onwuachuouba Bodums madu
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