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Mgbokwo of Öka (Awka), 1910-1911 – Colourised by Ụ́kpụ́rụ́, 2018

ByChuka Odike January 24, 2025 0

Mgbokwo of Öka (Awka), photographed by British colonial anthropologist Northcote Thomas (1910–1911). Colourised and cropped from the original black-and-white by Ụ́kpụ́rụ́ in 2018.
Courtesy of the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, Cambridge.

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Chuka Odike

I'm a dedicated civil engineer with a passion for infrastructure development and community empowerment. With a strong background in engineering, my work focuses on creating sustainable solutions for urban and rural development projects. Outside of my professional career, I'm deeply interested in Igbo history and culture. I actively explores ways to impact society by using historical lessons to inspire and educate others about the rich cultural heritage of the Igbo people, aiming to bridge tradition and modern development.

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