The history of Obizi’s origin is complex and told through multiple narratives, including oral traditions, historical texts, and artifacts. Scholars like Venerable Sam Njoku and Mr. Teddy Ezirike propose different theories, such as the myth of creation, migration stories, and cultural autochthony. One dominant myth suggests that God created Ezinihitte at Orie-Ukwu in Oboama-na-Umunama, from where his descendants, including those of Obizi, dispersed. Some believe Udo, a key figure, was the first to settle in the present Obizi location and later invited his kin from other areas.
The name “Obizi” is said to have originated from an expression of faith and resilience when early settlers overcame fears of the new land. However, another theory links Obizi’s ancestry to Ngwa land or Arochukwu, citing participation in the ‘Ida Aru’ festival. Some scholars question the Orie-Ukwu creation myth, arguing that all human settlements originated from migration, aligning with the biblical story of the Garden of Eden.
