Afuze | |
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  Afuze Location in Nigeria | |
| Coordinates(Town Hall): 6°57′04″N6°07′34″E / 6.9510°N 6.1261°E | |
| Country | Nigeria |
| State | Edo State |
| LGA | Owan East |
| Government | |
| • Type | Local Government |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (WAT) |
| Postal code | 313001 |
| Climate | Aw |
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Afuze is a town located in the Owan East Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria and serves as the administrative headquarters of the Owan East Local Government Area. [1] [2]
The town's name is Afen- su -Uze (meaning the clan of Uze, a type of water cane). Its origins can be traced to be established by Imoigan, one of the descendants of Imah and Uzuanbi. Initially it was a farm camp later, its establishment served as a key trading center along the historic trans-regional trade routes of West Africa. [3] [4] These routes facilitated the exchange of goods such as ivory, spices, and textiles, creating an economy that contributed to Afuze's growth. [5] [6]
Historical records indicate that Afuze was a link in the trade network connecting the Benin Kingdom with other West African societies, including the Yoruba and Igbo regions. [7] This strategic positioning facilitated cultural exchange and the sharing of ideas, influencing Afuze's identity. [8]
In the 19th century, Afuze encountered the impacts of the transatlantic slave trade and British colonial expansion. Subsequently, the town emerged as a focal point for anti-colonial movements and played a role in Nigeria's independence. [9]
Afuze is positioned in the northern part of Edo State. The town's landscape is characterized by a combination of undulating terrain and regional vegetation. [10]
Afuze has a heterogeneous population consisting of several ethnic groups, some native to Edo State and others from different regions. [11] This diversity has been shaped by historical trade and migration patterns. [12]
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