词条 | Auchi |
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ReligionAuchi historically is an Islamic town. Since the early 1990s, there has been an influx of Christian churches setting up base in Auchi and the surrounding towns. Prior to that, Auchi had a Catholic church and Anglican Church established in the early 1950s, which also opened a school and educated the indigenes. The influx of Pentecostal churches increased the population of Christians in the predominantly Islamic community. Irrespective of religion, they all live peacefully. The welcoming and hospitable nature of the Auchi people has to a very large extent contributed to the cultural and religious diversity in Auchi.{{Citation needed|date=February 2017}} PopulationThe population grew to 42,638 by 1952, including people from many Nigerian tribes. As of 1995, its population was 140,612. As of 2005–2006, currently, the population is about 150,000 persons. Auchi has in recent years been amongst the fastest growing cities in Nigeria.{{citation needed|date=September 2017}} Culture and traditionsAuchi Kingdom is headed by a monarchy and the traditional ruler is referred to as the Otaru of Auchi. The 8th of January is designated as Auchi Day. This commemorative day was previously called Uchi Day. List of Otarus (traditional kings)
Institutions and infrastructureAuchi is home to:
ErosionSome parts of Auchi have been seriously devastated due to soil erosion. The Federal Government of Nigeria through the Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (NEWMAP), assisted by the World Bank, are now tackling the menace and are making fast progress.[4] References1. ^ 2. ^{{cite web |last1=MACCAFERRI |title=The NEWMAP addresses gully erosion in Auchi, Edo state |url=https://www.maccaferri.com/ng/the-newmap-addresses-gully-erosion-in-auchi-edo-state/ |website=MACCAFERRI |accessdate=20 March 2019}} 3. ^{{cite news|title=Edo Fertilizer Blending Plant To Commence Operation June|url=http://www.concisenews.global/news/edo-fertilizer-blending-plant-to-commence-operation/|work=Concise News|date=June 2017}} 4. ^{{Cite journal|last=Olatunji,Iretomiwa|date=2016-01-19|title=Resettlement action plan for Auchi erosion Gully site in Etsako West, Edo State|url=http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/667611468096572604/Resettlement-action-plan-for-Auchi-erosion-Gully-site-in-Etsako-West-Edo-State|language=en}} External links
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