The Ota-Omu Ceremony of the Ohafia People
Ohafia, located in Abia state, Nigeria, is an Ibo-speaking community with 26 villages, led by Elu as the capital. Renowned for its great warriors, Ohafia's age-grade system plays a crucial role in socializing members and engaging them in community projects. The traditional age-grade retirement ceremony, Ota-omu, fosters unity, economic growth, and respect among its members.