About Us

The Okpe Tribe, Culture and Identity!

The Okpe Union of North America is a socio-cultural and political organization for people of Okpe origin living in North America, with goals that include promoting Okpe identity, culture, and language. It serves as a bridge between Okpe people in the diaspora and their homeland in Delta State, Nigeria, supporting initiatives like language preservation and advocating for the recognition of Okpe as a distinct ethnic nationality.

History
Mission
Vision

Reclaiming Orerokpe Town after 150yrs

Esezi I, the first Ekweri, was reputedly wicked. The three other houses—Orhue, Evbreke and Orhoro—conspired, assassinated the king, and waged war against the Esezi house, forcing them to flee Orerokpe (then called Adane Okpe).

Later, the three victorious houses fell into dispute. Their conflict devastated Orerokpe, and by around 1780 the town was abandoned for 150 years.

Mission Statement

+ To Unite people of Okpe descent and others who identify with Okpe kingdom in Delta State of Nigeria and culture abroad and at home for the promotion of human development and ideals. The Association shall promote charitable, hospitality of all, literary and educational projects in Nigeria and North America.

+ Promote Okpe Identity as a Language (Speak, Talk and Own it).

+ Education to all Okpe Sons and daughters.

Visionary Goals

+ Promoting Identity and Culture of the Okpe Tribe
+ Supporting Educational Initiatives and Scholarships for the Okpe Tribe Members and people.
+ Advocacy for the Okpe people - being constantly recognized as a distinct Ethnic Nationality
+ Community Building for Okpe people, both home and in the diaspora.