Creek Town
Creek Town also known as Obio Oko is a town located in the present-day Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River state of Nigeria. Creek Town is known for its historical and cultural significance in the region. It is situated about Northeast from Duke Town. Creek Town was one of the city-states that made up the Old Calabar region prior to the August 1, 1904 declaration which annulled the use of the name "Old Calabar" and changed the regional name to simply "Calabar". History The town has a rich history dating back to the pre-colonial era when it served as a major trading post during the transatlantic trade. Creek Town was an important center for trade and commerce due to its strategic location along the river. The town played a significant role in the economic and cultural exchanges between local communities and foreign traders. Early History It is uncertain the year Creek Town was founded. Chief Efiong Ukpong Aye estimates the period in which Creek Town was founded as early as the 14th century. A.J.H. Latham estimates that Creek Town was founded about the end of the sixteenth century. Talbot estimates the Occupation of Creek Town to the first half