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Agaba Masquerade in Igboland
Agaba mask from Achala, 1946. Photo: William Fagg. British Museum. Coloured by Úkpúrú 2017. The Agaba Masquerade is one of the most revered and powerful masquerades in Igbo culture, known for its fierce appearance and significant spiritual and social roles. It is prevalent in several Igbo-speaking regions, particularly in Anambra, Enugu, and parts of Delta State,…
October 1, 20240Comments
Cultural Heritage
The Ozo title stool on Alaigbo.
Ozo Title Stool, 19th-20th century. Met Museum. Ozo Title Stool, 19th-20th century. Met Museum. In parts of Alaigbo, Ozo title holders receive stools carved from a single block of wood. The level of intricacy in the carving typically reflects the holder's rank, with more elaborate designs indicating higher Ozo status. During Ozo meetings, these stools are brought by…
September 30, 20240Comments
Historical Studies
THE PRINCIPAL ETHNIC GROUPS IN EASTERN NIGERIA. 15 15 Source:- Ministry of Information, Eastern Nigeria.
THE PRINCIPAL ETHNIC GROUPS IN EASTERN NIGERIA. 15 15 Source:- Ministry of Information, Eastern Nigeria. The resentment between Western and Northern Nigeria against Eastern Nigeria, particularly in the period leading up to and following Nigeria’s independence in 1960, was driven by a combination of political, economic, ethnic, and cultural factors. This tension ultimately contributed to the…
September 29, 20240Comments
Anthropology and Ethnography Cultural Heritage
Igbo women and girls and their hairstyles, 1900-1930. Photogrid by Ukpuru 2019.
Igbo women and girls and their hairstyles, 1900-1930. Photogrid by Ukpuru 2019. Igbo women and girls and their hairstyles, 1900-1930. The crested hairstyle Ojongo remained popular until the mid-20th century and is a distinctive element in Igbo art representing women. Women adorned their hair with various ornaments such as thread, feathers, shells, bone, wood, beads, Igbo currency,…
September 28, 20240Comments
Anthropology and Ethnography Ethnohistory
“Ibo Coiffures” Photo: Tribes of the Niger Delta – P.A. Talbot, 1910s
"Ibo Coiffures" Photo: Tribes of the Niger Delta - P.A. Talbot, 1910s. Igbo coiffures have a rich cultural and historical significance, often symbolizing status, age, marital status, and even spiritual beliefs. Here are some key traditional Igbo hairstyles: 1. Isi Ogo (Chief’s Hair): This is an elaborate style traditionally worn by Igbo chiefs or people of high…
September 28, 20240Comments
Anthropology and Ethnography
Small boys masquerade in Ovim Village, Isu Ikwa Ato [Isuikwuato].” – G. I. Jones, 1930s
Small boys masquerade in Ovim Village, Isu Ikwa Ato [Isuikwuato]." - G. I. Jones, 1930s.In Ovim village of Isuikwuato, small boys masquerades play an important role in local festivals and cultural events. These masquerades allow young boys to participate in the vibrant masquerade tradition of the Igbo people, helping to instill cultural values and a…
September 28, 20240Comments
Anthropology and Ethnography Ethnohistory
A titled Igbo man from Ogwashi Ukwu, (Aniocha), Enuani in Delta State, photographed by Northcote Thomas in 1912, and later colorized by Ukpuru in 2019.
A titled Igbo man from Ogwashi Ukwu, (Aniocha), Enuani in Delta State, photographed by Northcote Thomas in 1912, and later colorized by Ukpuru in 2019. Ogwashi Ukwu was founded by Odaigbo (Adaigbo), a descendant of Eze Nri from Agukwu Nri. Odaigbo, also known as Odaba Igbo, crossed the Niger River with his brother Edini. They are believed…
September 27, 20240Comments
Ethnohistory
Photo: Ohafia, 1930s. G. I. Jones.
Photo: Ohafia, 1930s. G. I. Jones. One version of the origin of Ohafia matriliny describes how pregnant women, during the migrations of the Ohafia people, were sometimes left behind—either because they were in labor or due to the suspicion that they would give birth to twins, which was considered an abomination. These women were placed under the…
September 27, 20240Comments
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