History of Ugep
Explore the history and heritage of Ugep.
LANGUAGE.
LANGUAGE People: Ugep (Umor Otutu) and the Yakurr Language: Lokaa Language Group: Upper Cross River languages Region: Cross River State, Nigeria Subject: Language and Lingui...
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CHRISTIANITY AND OTHER RELIGIONS
CHRISTIANITY AND OTHER RELIGIONS People: Ugep (Umor) Region: Yakurr Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nigeria Subject: Religious History, Christianity, Indigenous Reli...
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ECONOMY OF UGEP
ECONOMY OF UGEP People: Ugep (Umor) / Yakurr Region: Yakurr Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nigeria Subject: Traditional Economy, Agriculture, Trade, Labour, and Eco...
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AGRICULTURE
AGRICULTURE People: Ugep (Umor) and the Yakurr Region: Yakurr Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nigeria Subject: Agriculture, Yam Cultivation, Traditional Measurement,...
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The Ugep Massacre of 1975: A Christmas Eve Ugep Would Never Forget
On 24 December 1975, Ugep was plunged into one of the darkest chapters of its history. A military reprisal left homes burnt, families displaced and many lives lost, with survivors carrying the memories of that night for generations. From the tragedy itself to the area still known as Army Barracks at Ntamkpo, the story remains an important part of Ugep’s history—one that must be documented, remembered and preserved.
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IN MEMORY OF THE UGEP WOMEN OF 1989: THE TRAGIC DEATHS OF UGEP. HEROIC WOMEN:
In 1989, more than twenty Ugep women reportedly lost their lives in a tragic motor accident while travelling together from Lagos to Ugep to celebrate the commissioning of a mortuary they had built in their hometown. According to an account by Chief Okoi Obono-Obla, what should have been a joyful milestone became one of the most heartbreaking chapters in Ugep’s history. Today, the mortuary serves Ugep and parts of Yakurr, while the story of these women remains a poignant reminder of the human lives behind our community’s history. Discover Ugep remembers their lives and invites community members to share their names, photographs and recollections to help preserve their legacy for generations to come.
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THE STORY OF BLACK IROKO: THE UGEP SON WHO WRESTLED HIS WAY TO GLORY.
From natural strength to national championship glory, Joseph Ubi Omini, popularly known as Black Iroko, carved his name into Nigeria’s wrestling history. He represented Lagos State, competed internationally across Africa, and overcame significant challenges, including a lack of sponsorship. In this Discover Ugep documentary, he recounts the story behind his famous name, his rise in wrestling, his achievements, and his desire to see young talents receive the support they deserve. His story is more than a sporting legacy; it is a reminder that talent needs opportunity, and that our community must do more to nurture its next generation of champions.
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THE MEANING OF THE NAME UGEP.
THE MEANING AND ORIGIN OF THE NAME “UMOR” Subject: Origin and Meaning of the Name Umor Traditional Name: Umor Present Name: Ugep Language: Lokaa Author: Knight Alex Ofem...
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MIGRATION HISTORY.
According to O. B. Ubi (2002), and inclusive of oral tradition, the Yakurr people lived at a place called Unawomen in Akpa (Akpakpa).
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TRADITIONAL BELIEFS
TRADITIONAL BELIEFS People: Ugep (Umor) and the Yakurr Region: Cross River State, Nigeria Subject: Traditional Religion, Spirituality, Customary Practices, and Social Values...
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