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History of Ngardmau State

Ngardmau traditional name is “Ongedechuul” and it means “one who is clever or inventive.”

The people who settled there came from different places, yet they were clever enough to set aside their differences and work to form a community.

Ngardmau traditional political and social system is very strong and is still being utilized today.

Women association called "Ngaratumtum" and men association called "Ngara Okelout" are organizations which keep the women and men of Ngardmau active in traditional way of life and old values.

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