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Anioma Agwube dancers ©OFAAC Ndi Anioma in the eastern region are mostly discussed within the historical context of migrations and external influence. However, these various historical narratives do not stand a…

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Oct 2024

Cultural Heritage ⁠Religion and Spirituality

Òkòròshì Ọma: The Heart of Igbo Masquerade Culture

An Òkòròshì Ọma mask from Mgbala-Agwa in today's Oguta LGA of Imo State Òkòròshì masquerades perform religious and timekeeping functions. Except in Mbieri area where the festival occurs towards December, Òkòròshì…

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Oct 2024

Cultural Heritage Historical Studies

Ika People of Anioma : Guardians of Ancient Igbo Lagacy

Obi of Owa Ika people in Anioma as colonial officer J. Macrae Simpson documented in the 1930s are rooted deeply in heritage of Igbo, evident through their social structures, dialect, and…

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Oct 2024

Cultural Heritage Historical Studies

The Rebellious Heritage of Anioma in Onicha Olona : Ekumeku in the Hardship Against British Exploitation

Obi of Onicha Olona During the Bristish expansion during the chaotic years in the early 19th century, they were faced with rebellion, fearlessness, and resistance from Onicha-Olona and Anioma society at…

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Oct 2024

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies ⁠Religion and Spirituality

The System of Eze Title : An Immortal Gateway in Anioma Culture

©doziearts In various Anioma communities, the Eze title has always been the prestigious pathway to elevated status, also, it embodies the core social and spiritual aspirations. Men, via junior roles usually ascend…

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Oct 2024

Cultural Heritage

Oja: The Igbo Speaking Flute That Mirrors Igbo Spirituality

An Elderly Man blowing the Ọjà / Igbo Monitor The Ọjà is a highly regarded flute of a great tradition among the Igbo-speaking people of Nigeria. Centuries back, it was a…

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Oct 2024

Cultural Heritage

Omabe Nsukka: The Spirit, Tradition, and Heritage of the Igbo Masquerade Festival

Under the waist, there are cloths or plant fibers stuffed to make it stick out, and canvas shoes are worn on the feet. The masquerade moves slowly, exchanging pleasantries with…

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Oct 2024

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies

The Acculturation of Benin derived titles in Ubulu-Ukwu kingdom

Onishe Ezemu Ubulu-Ukwu Ubulu-Ukwu is a prominent Igbo kingdom in Anioma, with a rich history of interrelationship with her neighboring powers, mostly old Benin kingdom. Some titles in the traditional hierarchy of…

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Oct 2024

Cultural Heritage

Five Things That Must Never Happen During the Holy Week of “Ịwu Ubulu”

The Ịwu Festival begins on an "Afọ" market day with the cultural activities that precede the holy week of the festival. The sacred week ends when a cannon shot…

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Oct 2024

Cultural Heritage Historical Studies

The Role of Ubulu-Ukwu in Early Igbo Revolt to Invasion

Obi Ofulue Okonkwo of Ubulu-Ukwu Ubulu-Ukwu upholds a crucial place in history of ndi Anioma and ndi Igbo in general for its resistance to the Benin invasion in early times, prior…