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The Yakurr people, especially the Ugep community, one of the largest and most prominent towns in present-day Cross River State are known for their strong defensive traditions and complex socio-political systems shaped by centuries of migration, inter-group conflict, and identity preservation. The Yakurr trace their origins to the Akpa and Lokoiya regions before migrating…
The belief in shape-shifting, or the ability to spiritually or physically transform into an animal, is deeply embedded in the cosmologies of various ethnic groups in Southern Nigeria. Among the Igbo, Ibibio, and other Cross River peoples, special bonds exist between individuals or entire lineages and specific animals, plants, or trees. This phenomenon, sometimes…
The Ekpe society, also known as Okonko, is a secretive cultural institution originating among the Ejagham people of southeastern Nigeria. Through its unique blend of ritual, governance, and symbolism, the Ekpe society became a vital force in the social, economic, and political life of the region. Its influence expanded significantly due to the Aro people,…
Abstract The music of Jamaica’s Jonkonnu and Cuba’s Carabali reveals a rich legacy influenced by the Biafran Africans forcibly relocated to the Caribbean during the transatlantic slave trade from 1700s to 1830s. Instruments, rhythmic patterns, and cultural practices reflect an indelible connection among Biafra (present-day Nigeria), Jamaica, and Cuba. This article delves into the historical…
Ntezi is an Ebonyi community situated on the eastern outskirts of Ishielu Local Government Area in Nigeria. It has its significance well demonstrated through its culture. The Ntezi people are part of the bigger Orring ethnic group. They speak a special language, have strong traditions, and a history that connects them with a larger culture…
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