About
The Igbos – Quick Facts
The Igbo make up the second-largest group of people in southern Nigeria. They are a socially and culturally diverse population, living in the southeastern part of the country. The Igbo consist of many subgroups, all speaking one language [1], called Igbo.
In Nigeria today, Igboland is roughly made up of Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, Imo, Northern Delta, and Rivers states, and small parts of Akwa Ibom. More than 30 million people inhabit Igboland and with a population density ranging from 140 to 390 inhabitants per square kilometer.
Proudly Preserving Culture. Boldly Building Community.
Our Mission
The mission of IUNM is to foster unity and support the well-being of Igbo people living in New Mexico as well as promote cooperation between the Igbo people and other ethnic nationalities.
Our Vision
The Igbo people take great pride in their extensive traditions, customs, and practices. The Igbo Igbo Union of New Mexico will continue to work hard to protect these aspects of our lives that our ancestors respected and valued. To preserve this distinctive culture not only for ourselves but also for the coming generations.