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In the heart of almost every traditional Igbo community lies a verdant sanctuary known as the Ihu Ala or Ohia Nso (Sacred Grove). These are patches of primary forest preserved for centuries, serving as the “spiritual lungs” of the community and the physical dwelling place of the Earth Goddess, Ala. In Igbo cosmology, the…
Ụwa bụ ndụ; ndụ bụ ụwa (The world is life, and life is the world). The Forest as a Living Ancestry In the time before tarred roads and concrete skylines, Igboland was a vast, breathing organism. The forest hummed with stories of spirits in trees, ancestors in rivers, and creatures that carried divine messages. To…
In many parts of Africa, people believe that some animals are sacred. These beliefs come from traditions, religion, and respect for nature. In the Niger Delta and Cross River areas of Nigeria, these traditional beliefs have helped protect wildlife for many years. People in these regions see some animals as special because they are linked…
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