Embedded within the cultural fabric of Igboland are the Oru people, a unique and distinct group within the larger Igbo ethnic family. The adage "Oru na Igbo bu ofu," meaning…
Obi of Obomkpa, HRM Onyemaechi Kanyinaga
Obomkpa, an Igbo settlement in Anioma that is deeply rooted in the traditions and cultural practices of Igbo.
Anagba or Kanagbana-Ogidi was the name of Obamkpa's…
The Ohafia war dance "Iri Agha". Adult male carrying a headhunters trophy (Oyaya) on his head." G.I. Jones, 1932-1939.
Iri Agha is a war dance of the Ohafia, Igbo subgroup, from…
Man from Mgbakwu, p.d. Anambra State. Photo by Northcote Thomas, early 1910s.
One Abogu, a famous hunter associated with an autochthonous tradition of origin, was said to be the founder of…
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…
Afikpo man wearing okpu ngwo raffia hat, Mgbom village, Afikpo Village-Group, Nigeria.
"Tom Ibe, my field assistant wearing okpu ngwo (hat-raffia). Diviners (dibia) use it when carrying sacred objects for swearing…
Egu Ukele dance tradition and music of ndi Ukwuani, maintains deep historical and cultural significance
Egu Ukele played an important role in the resilience of Ndi Ogume against external factors,…
"Aro men clearing bush paths with machetes for British forces outside Bende during the Anglo-Aro War (1901)"
The Aro Punitive Expedition, also known as the Anglo-Aro War, was a British military…
Igbo Ukwu and possible link to Eri.
Igbo Ukwu archaeological site may hold a connection to the Eri lineage through Umunri oral tradition. According to legend, Nri, Eri's first son, was…
Yam holds an important and general position amoung Anioma people , aside being a staple food, it's also a vital representation of spirituality, economic power, and status.
This crucial traditional practice…