Ozara is a town located in Oru West Local Government Area of

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. It comprises seven villages: Umuogu, Umuokporoma, Umuezike, Umuobioma, Etitilabu, Ubahalanuwam, and

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. Umuogu is the oldest village in Ozara, while Aboh is the most recently established.

Geography

Ozara lies in northeastern Imo State, near the border with

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. The terrain is characterized by tableland and abundant palm trees. Neighboring towns include Ohakpu,

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, Egbuoma, and Mgbidi.

Population

The town has an estimated population of about 3,000 people.

Economy

The economy of Ozara is primarily based on farming and trading. The town hosts a periodic market, Orie Ozara, which operates every four days and serves as a focal point for commerce.

Education

Educational facilities in Ozara include three primary schools: Ozara Town School, Ozara Central School, and Aboh Primary School. A secondary school, Comprehensive Secondary School, is located in Ubahalanuwam. These institutions were established through communal initiatives.

Infrastructure

Ozara has basic infrastructure, including a health center and access to electricity. Plans for a road project have faced delays due to unresolved disputes over traditional rulership.

Religion

Christianity is the predominant religion in Ozara. Notable places of worship include St. Patrick Catholic Parish and several other churches.

Notable individuals

Nze Kevin Chukwudire Umenyido-Ebochukwu, a native of the Umuobioma village, is recognized as Ozara's first formally educated teacher. He was an

alumnus Alumni (: alumnus () or alumna ()) are former students or graduates of a school, college, or university. The feminine plural alumnae is sometimes used for groups of women, and alums (: alum) or alumns (: alumn) as gender-neutral alternatives. Th ...

of Government College Umuahia.

References

Towns in Imo State {{Imo-geo-stub