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Music has always been essential to people, helping them connect, celebrate, and share stories. In the Igbo culture of southeastern Nigeria, The Royal Drums of Ubulu are more than just…

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Cultural Heritage Historical Studies

A Brief History of Chukwu Abiama

Chukwu Abiama is a vital part of Igbo culture and spirituality. Its history goes back to before Christianity came to Nigeria. The Igbo people regarded it as an oracle, meaning…

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Nov 2024

Cultural Heritage

The Meaning of Iron in Igbo Culture and Its Importance in Tradition

In Igbo culture, iron is very important and has a deep meaning. It is seen as a symbol of strength, power, and the ability to create and change…

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Nov 2024

Cultural Heritage

Herbal Medicine and Healing in Ubulu Kingdom

Ubulu Kingdom is known for its strong traditions in herbal medicine and natural healing. These practices, rooted in the community’s history and culture, have been passed down through generations. Herbal…

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Nov 2024

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies

Community Away From Home: Living Testament of Igbo Cultural Integration and Yoruba Ancestry

HRM Obi Okafor Ogoh Obi of UkwuNzu Settled in Anioma region of Nigeria, is a historically rich and Unique community called Olokunmi. Seen in places such as Ukwunzu, Ugbodu, and Ubulubu,…

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Nov 2024

Anthropology and Ethnography

The Concept of the ‘Girl Wife’ in Igbo Society: Perspectives from G. T. Basden’s Among the Ibos of Nigeria

"A GIRL WIFE" from 'Among the Ibos of Nigeria' (1921) written by Anglican missionary G. T. Basden The concept of the “girl wife” in traditional Igbo society, as discussed by Anglican…

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Nov 2024

Cultural Heritage Historical Studies

Uli Art and Cultural Transformation in Igboland: The Influence of Missionary Intervention and the Resilience of Igbo Artistic Traditions

Igbo lady decorating house walls with uli, Igboland. Photo by Margaret Courtney-Clarke, late 1980s. Uli art, a distinctive form of body and wall decoration traditionally practiced by Igbo women, represents a…

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Nov 2024

Cultural Heritage

The Sacred Forests of Ubulu Kingdom: Places of Nature and Spiritual Importance

Ubulu Kingdom, situated in Delta State, Nigeria, stands out as one of the kingdoms richly endowed with fascinating culture and very strong attachments to traditions. Among the…

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Nov 2024

Cultural Heritage Historical Studies

The Heritage of Ndoki Weaving: Akwete Cloth and the Debate on Cultural Ownership in Southeastern Nigeria

Akwete (Ndoki Igbo) Weaver (Postcard). Akwete cloth, woven by the Ndoki Igbo people, represents a rich textile tradition with deep roots in Southeastern Nigeria. Traditionally, the town of Akwete has been…

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Nov 2024

Cultural Heritage

The Role of Rivers Patronage in Sustaining Akwete Weaving: A Study of Cultural Exchange and Textile Craftsmanship in Nigeria

Amanyanabo Edward Asimini William Dappa Pepple III, the king of Bonny in Ovation International magazine, dressed in Ikaki bite (tortoise cloth) which is made in Akwete. The Rivers people in Nigeria,…

Monthly Archives: November 2024

The Royal Drums of Ubulu: How Music Brought People Together

A Brief History of Chukwu Abiama

The Meaning of Iron in Igbo Culture and Its Importance in Tradition

Herbal Medicine and Healing in Ubulu Kingdom

Community Away From Home: Living Testament of Igbo Cultural Integration and Yoruba Ancestry

The Concept of the ‘Girl Wife’ in Igbo Society: Perspectives from G. T. Basden’s Among the Ibos of Nigeria

Uli Art and Cultural Transformation in Igboland: The Influence of Missionary Intervention and the Resilience of Igbo Artistic Traditions

The Sacred Forests of Ubulu Kingdom: Places of Nature and Spiritual Importance

The Heritage of Ndoki Weaving: Akwete Cloth and the Debate on Cultural Ownership in Southeastern Nigeria

The Role of Rivers Patronage in Sustaining Akwete Weaving: A Study of Cultural Exchange and Textile Craftsmanship in Nigeria

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