OzikoroDebunking the Myth: The True Origin of “Bekee” in Igbo Language
Originally, “bekee” referred only to Dr. Baikie. Over time, the meaning of the term expanded. The Igbo people came to use “bekee” for all white people, particularly those Europeans engaged in missionary work, trade, and colonial activities on their land. As many of these interactions were conducted in English, “bekee” became associated with English. Bekee…