about us
The story behind the vision to preserve the soul of Igboland.
For generations, Igbo history has been transmitted through oral storytelling, traditional crafts, and sacred art — but much of this heritage remains scattered or endangered. The Gong Museum & Heritage Park was conceived as a bold, enduring response — a place where the legacy of Arondizuogu and the Igbo nation is preserved, projected, promoted, and passed on.
Our Vision
To establish a dynamic, community-rooted institution dedicated to preserving the memory, values, identity, and cultural and tourism assets of Arondizuogu and the Igbo people — while engaging audiences across generations and geographies.
Our Mission
To preserve and showcase the rich heritage of Arondizuogu and Igboland through education, celebration, and cultural renewal — honouring our heroes, traditions, and values while inspiring pride, connection, and continuity.
Core Values
- Heritage — Celebrating our roots and remembering our ancestors.
- Education — Igniting knowledge through culture.
- Innovation — Merging tradition with technology.
- Community — Connecting people across time and space.
Governance &
Leadership
The Gong Museum & Heritage Park is guided by a transparent governance structure committed to excellence, accountability, and community ownership.
- Board of Trustees — Vision and oversight
- Governing Council — Strategic leadership
- Advisory Council — Expert guidance
- Management — Daily operations and programme execution
The Project Lead
A historian, lawyer, cultural advocate, and licensed project manager (CIPMN), Mazi Uche Ohia is a respected former Imo State Commissioner for Tourism, Culture & Creative Arts. He brings passion, experience, and commitment to building this legacy for future generations.
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