Afuze
Town
Afuze is located in Nigeria
Afuze
Afuze
Location in Nigeria
Coordinates (Town Hall): 6°57′04″N 6°07′34″E / 6.9510°N 6.1261°E / 6.9510; 6.1261
CountryNigeria
StateEdo State
LGAOwan East
Government
 • TypeLocal Government
Time zoneUTC+1 (WAT)
Postal code
313001
ClimateAw

Afuze is a town located in the Owan East Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria and serves as the administrative headquarters of the Owan East Local Government Area.[1][2]

History

The town's name is Afen- su -Uze (meaning the clan of Uze, a type of water cane). Its origins can be traced to be established by Imoigan, one of the descendants of Imah and Uzuanbi. Initially it was a farm camp later,its establishment served as a key trading center along the historic trans-regional trade routes of West Africa.[3][4] These routes facilitated the exchange of goods such as ivory, spices, and textiles, creating an economy that contributed to Afuze's growth.[5][6]

Historical records indicate that Afuze was a link in the trade network connecting the Benin Kingdom with other West African societies, including the Yoruba and Igbo regions.[7] This strategic positioning facilitated cultural exchange and the sharing of ideas, influencing Afuze's identity.[8]

In the 19th century, Afuze encountered the impacts of the transatlantic slave trade and British colonial expansion. Subsequently, the town emerged as a focal point for anti-colonial movements and played a role in Nigeria's independence.[9]

Geography

Afuze is positioned in the southern part of Edo State. The town's landscape is characterized by a combination of undulating terrain and regional vegetation.[10]

Demographics

Afuze has a heterogeneous population consisting of several ethnic groups, some native to Edo State and others from different regions.[11] This diversity has been shaped by historical trade and migration patterns.[12]

References

  1. ↑ Molua, O. C.; Emagbetere, J. U. (2005). "Determination of water table using electrical sounding technique: A case study of Afuze Edo State, Nigeria". Journal of the Nigerian Association of Mathematical Physics. 9: 457–464. doi:10.4314/jonamp.v9i1.40082. ISSN 1116-4336.
  2. ↑ Molua, O. C.; Emagbetere, J. U. (2005-01-01). "Determination of water table using electrical sounding technique: A case study of Afuze Edo State, Nigeria". Journal of the Nigerian Association of Mathematical Physics.
  3. ↑ "Edo State | Zaccheus Onumba Dibiaezue Memorial Libraries". zodml.org. Retrieved 2023-08-29.
  4. ↑ Ogbomo, Onaiwu W. (1994). "Constructing a Precolonial Owan Chronology and Dating Framework". History in Africa. 21: 219–249. doi:10.2307/3171887. ISSN 0361-5413. JSTOR 3171887.
  5. ↑ Senbore, Samson S; Oke, Saheed A (2021-03-01). "Geophysical and Geochemical Assessment of Afuze Bentonitic Clay: Implication for Mud Drilling Additive in Drilling Industry". IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science. 690 (1): 012034. doi:10.1088/1755-1315/690/1/012034. ISSN 1755-1307.
  6. ↑ "Afuze and Nigeria's culture of abandonment". Businessday Nigeria. 2016-02-13. Retrieved 2023-08-29.
  7. ↑ "The history of Owan People Edo state Nigeria". www.edoworld.net. Retrieved 2023-08-29.
  8. ↑ Okosun, Freeman Eseigbe; Okosun, Solomon Kehinde; Okosun, Isaiah Eromosele (1999). A Short History of Ubiaja. Freeman Productions.
  9. ↑ "Owan people of northern part of Edo State, Nigeria". www.edoworld.net. Retrieved 2023-08-29.
  10. ↑ "Owan East Local Government Area". www.finelib.com. Retrieved 2023-08-29.
  11. ↑ Klein Goldewijk, Kees; Beusen, Arthur; Doelman, Jonathan; Stehfest, Elke (2017-12-01). "Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2". Earth System Science Data. 9 (2): 927–953. doi:10.5194/essd-9-927-2017. ISSN 1866-3508.
  12. ↑ "Afuze, Owan East - Postcode - 313001 - Nigeria Postcode". www.nigeriapostcode.com. Retrieved 2023-08-29.


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