About ONM

WHO WE ARE?

We are members of the OHA-NGWA resident predominantly in Manchester or Greater Manchester, England, having resolved to form an association lunched on 22nd July 2023.

WE are united as a family with one language (Ngwa dialect),one culture and tradition, and one goal.

We promote our cultural, traditional and language heritage in Manchester and the world at large.We are united organisation in order to promote culture and the welfare of NGWA LAND. and non -Ngwa people in Manchester or Greater Manchester.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

1. To promote and foster unity, cultural diversity, ethnic pride, educational and

social empowerment amongst its members.

2.To promote the welfare of the NGWA people in Greater Manchester.

3. To encourage and promote good relationships between the NGWAs and the host British Community, as well as respect to other nationalities.

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Frequently asked question(FAQ)

The purpose of a FAQ is generally to provide information on frequent questions regarding ONM.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF ONM

To promote the welfare of the NGWA people in Greater Manchester.

MEMBERSHIP OF OHA-NGWA MANCHESTER

Any person of goodwill and good repute who is an indigene of any of the seven NGWA oriented local governments in Abia state of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

QUALIFYING CRITERIA FOR AN ELECTIVE OFFICE

Every ONM member shall be deemed to be eligible to be voted into an executive office if he or she has the legal right of residence or an indefinite leave to remain in the UK.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

The membership of ONM comes with certain benefits for members and their families as applicable, which is provided in the ONM Constitution such as, marriage rights, ‘bereavement aid’, financial and other supports.

QUALIFYING CRITERIA FOR AN ELECTIVE OFFICE

Every ONM member shall be deemed to be eligible to be voted into an executive office if he or she has the legal right of residence or an indefinite leave to remain in the UK Subject to the provision in (11.1) a member shall be eligible for an elective office if he or she for the immediately preceding 12 months period has maintained a minimum of 75% attendance at ONM General Meetings and is of good financial standing as defined under (6.18) of the Bylaws; A member eligible for an elective office must also be of good standing. A member is deemed to be of good standing if he or she, not only abides by the ONM Constitution and Byelaws, but also upholds the declared objectives and purposes of ONM and shares in its visions; and For a member to be eligible to be elected, he or she must have been a member of ONM continuously for a minimum period of 24 months immediately preceding the election year. All nominations to be elected, or to contest for election must be made with a Nomination Form (Appendix 3) and received by the electoral committee no later than the end of April in the election year..

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HISTORY OF OHA-NGWA MANCHESTER

Oha Ngwa Manchester is a vibrant and family-centered cultural organisation dedicated to preserving the rich traditions.The idea to establish Oha Ngwa Manchester was first conceived by two individuals Mazi Ikenna James and Mrs. Vine Chizoba Munonye, following a heartfelt and passionate conversation about the well-being of Ngwa sons and daughters and the future of Ngwa land. On the 26th of June 2022, Mazi Ikenna James took the first bold step by creating a WhatsApp group to bring this vision to life.

They invited dedicated and like-minded individuals, including Mr Chima Nwankpa, Mrs. Ngozi Amankulor, Sister Odilanma, and Mrs. Onyiyechi Ohajuru, a former active member of Oha Ngwa London whose experience and commitment made her a perfect fit for the initiative. Together with Mrs. Vine Chizoba Munonye, this core team, comprising Mazi Ikenna, Mrs. Onyiyechi, and Mrs. Vine became the first admins of Oha Ngwa Manchester. United, by their shared passion, they tirelessly reached out to other Ngwa sons and daughters across the North West of England, determined to build a strong and inclusive community.

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Chairman SPEECH

Welcome to Oha Ngwa Manchester, where community support is at the heart of everything we do.

We believe that strong communities are built on compassion, collaboration, and a shared commitment to helping one another. Whether it’s providing resources, fostering connections, or offering a helping hand in times of need, our mission is to empower individuals and families to thrive.

Here, you'll find opportunities to get involved, stories of resilience and hope, and the tools you need to make a difference in your community. Together, we can create a brighter future—one act of kindness at a time.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Let’s continue to build a stronger, more supportive community, together.

Opara Ikenna James

Umuetegha Osokwa Nvosi

Isiala Ngwa South.

Chairman,

Oha Ngwa Manchester.