OzikoroSymbolism of the Four Market Days in Igbo Culture
The Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria have a unique and intricate way of understanding time, rooted deeply in their cultural, spiritual, and natural worldview. Their traditional calendar is built around a four-day week, Eke, Orie (also known as Oye), Afọ, and Nkwọ. These days are far more than mere markers of time; they carry profound…