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Man sitting and playing an Ikoro Drum Source: mongst the Igbos, G.T Basden (1921)

Ikoro: Igbo’s Ancient Communication Slit Drum

Ikoro Drum, Amongst the Igbos, G.T Basden (1921) Ikoro Ikoro is a traditional Igbo drum used in Igbo culture and tradition. It is a large, slit drum made from a hollowed-out log, typically played with sticks or mallets. Ikoro drums are an integral part of Igbo music, communication, and ceremonies, used to: - Convey messages and…

ByChikwereAugust 26, 20240Comments

Mbari are public shrine galleries where complex characters of Igbo mythology, folklore, and society.

Indigenous Architecture

Mbari House: Traditional Igbo Museum and Art Gallery

A hippo swallowing a person on a face of an Mbari in Owerri - Uratta Area, 1904/ Wikipedia Mbari House Mbari is a traditional Igbo art form and architectural structure from southeastern Nigeria. An Mbari house is a large, elaborate building or shrine complex adorned with intricate sculptures, carvings, and murals depicting various aspects of…

ByChikwereAugust 26, 20240Comments

Anthropology and Ethnography

Ndi Igbo: Meet The Igbo People

Who are the Igbo people? The Igbo people are native to the southeastern part of Nigeria. They are one of the largest ethnic groups in Africa, known for their rich cultural heritage, artistic traditions, and entrepreneurial spirit. The Igbo language, which is one of the four official languages of Nigeria, is spoken by more than…

ByIde NzeAugust 26, 20241Comment

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