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Tortoise and the Magical Drum

One day, the tortoise was walking through the forest when he saw a tall palm tree full of ripe palm kernels. He was very hungry and wanted to eat them, but they were too high to reach. So, he picked up a long stick and shook the tree until some palm kernels fell to the…

The Igbo Yam Barn: Tradition, Storage, and Celebration

Introduction Yam is an essential crop in Igbo culture, often referred to as the “king crop.” It is not just a source of food but also a symbol of wealth, hard work, and prestige. Ndi Igbo have developed an efficient way of storing yams in structures called “Ọba jị”, or yam barns. These barns contain…