I have heard so much, especially on the negative aspect, about the people of Mbaise especially the fact that they are not to be trusted or that you can trust them only at your own risk. In fact, there is a popular saying that if you are locked in a room with an Mbaise man and a snake, it is better to kill the Mbaise man and remain in the room with the snake.
I totally disagree with the above assertions as my experiences with those from Mbaise have proven that they are actually a very wonderful and trustworthy set of people.
I am from Abia State, South-East Nigeria and my family has a long history of intermarriage with the Mbaise and it has always been a story of marital bliss. I have about three relatives (cousins and an uncle) whose wives are from Mbaise and these ladies are actually very trustworthy individuals. They are also very hospitable and a visit to their home is always a pleasant experience.
I have also had some friends from Mbaise and they have proven, times without number to be very trustworthy and reliable individuals. One of them is happily married and lives in Abuja with her husband (who I must say is very lucky to have her) and the second will be tying the nuptial knot next month. The third has been my close friend for some time and he has never given me reason to doubt him. Please note that I have known all my friends for not less than 8 years now and as for my Uncle’s wife, she has been married to him for not less than 32 years.
If you are one of those who had a negative impression about the good people of Mbaise, please work on that mindset, it is a complete falsehood.

Cheers!!!

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Realy?

That's one of the burdens of illiteracy. My mom is from Mbaise and, frankly, I respect her family more than my dad's family. They are extremely good and intelligent. People should expunge hatred and stereotype from their mind.

bless you my brother. #proudlymbaise

Illiteracy n stereotypes are cousins. Mbaise peeps are among the most educated Igbos. They get mouth for govt no be small.