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Interestingly, the town’s landscape is a hilly one, located between open grasslands and tropical rainforests. Tourists would find Afikpo an endearing place because it is the home of Africa’s top traditional dance groups, cultural festivals and works of art. There are also typical art forms from Afikpo arrayed in notable museums and galleries. Afikpo is also known as Ehugbo and urban communities within the town include Itim, Nkpoghoro, Ohaisu, Ozizza and Ugwuegu.
Top Sites include
Amanchor Cave
This 4km long and 3km high cave is located in Etiti, in the southern part of Afikpo. The cave has multiple narrow tunnels that extend into several directions. One can access it from Mile 2 along Akaeze-Ngusu roads which are about 140km from Enugu and 76km from Abakiliki.Golden Sand Beaches of Afikpo
Ndibe, Ozizza and Unwana beaches make up the Golden Sand Beaches and are ideal relaxation centres located in Afikpo. Pastime includes swimming, sports fishing, and canoe racing. Ndibe and Unwana beaches are located along the Cross River basin.Mater Misericordiae Hospital School of Nursing and Midwifery
The Mater Misericordia Hospital School of Nursing and Midwifery was one of the first and probably remains the finest nursing school established in 1946 by Irish Catholic missionaries and Dr. Akanu Ibiam.Sign up for the Connect Nigeria daily newsletter
Ready to tour?
Ndibe Beach Hotels And Resorts Limited, The Focus Hotel & Resort, and Ikemba Guest House are the best choice accommodation offers and reservations can be made online. You wouldn’t have to worry about dining, as Afikpo is also dubbed a major food basket of Nigeria. Dishes are mainly native Igbo foods at low costs and there are lots of local restaurants which sprawl the town. Also, make a budget for souvenirs of household goods and fashion accessories made by local designers. Souvenir ideas involve the art and craft that the town is best known for and though prices are unpredictable, you’ll make a good buy if you bargain well.Register to attend the CN Business Mixer
Did you know?
Unwana in Afipko is the home of the late Dr Akanu Ibiam, who was the first Igbo medical doctor of Western training and the former Governor of the Eastern region.Got a suggestion? Contact us: editor@connectnigeria.com
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