AEI-USA

Members of the Association of Enugwu-Ukwu Indigenes in the USA (AEI) are residents of the USA with ancestral lineage to Enugwu-Ukwu--a glorious town located in Anambra State, Nigeria. Enugwu-Ukwu is a part of Umu Nrithe ancestral origin of most of the Igbos. It is, in fact, okpala Nrithe head of Umu Nri, which gives it custodial authority over Ofor... Nrithe revered symbol of Igbo unity. Therefore, as Enugwus, we understand that we are the guardians of a great tradition and we must do what we can to protect it. Members of AEI have traveled thousands of milesto this great countryand are now a part of its community. But, we remain a part of the World community and consequently, an integral part of our ancestral community. Therefore as an organization, our business begins and ends with one thought, Enugwu-Ukwu. We are ndi-Igbo and we adhere to one of the greatest and most enduring traditions of any culturethat averred belief in continuity. A belief that neither your place of birth nor length of travel can alter your place of origin. Igbo find serenity, in this sometimes unsettling world, in knowing that there is a place we will always call home. For us, that place is Enugwu-Ukwu; it is the home of our ancestors and we gather annually at venues across the USA to acknowledge our love for that home. In 201 the pilgrimage will take us to Houston, Texas. Since 1997 we have been faithful to our primary focus; unity amongst us here in the USA, and progress for our hometown. We spend three days catching up with friends and family and addressing matters that puts our hometown in good stead. Membership in AEI comes with certain responsibilities. As a purposeful organization the membership bears a heavy personal and financial load which supports our goals of building a strong and successful organization plus direct, brick by brick, improvement of each village in our hometown. AEI does not presume to be in league with the United Nations or its like; we have no multilateral influence nor can we affect national policy. As a ...Read More