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Sound classification: Igba is a membranophone, which means they produce sound from a vibrating stretched membrane. Igba (Cylinder-drum) is a piece of hollow wood covered at one end with animal hide held down tight with metal fasteners. An Igba can be as small as 7 inches or as tall as 3 feet. For the…
Across many African societies, music is not merely entertainment, it is a social language, a spiritual medium, and a form of historical documentation. Among the Igbo and other groups in southeastern Nigeria, wooden musical instruments occupy a central role in shaping cultural expression. Often called the “voice of the wood,” these instruments communicate messages, reinforce…
Idu cultural dance is a dance that the Akpo people borrowed from Umuomaku town more than 50 years ago. They discussed the dance with the people who owned it and did everything they asked, and then the training started. The training lasted for two years. This brought friendship between Akpo and the Umuomaku people. The…
Orlu is a large city in Imo State, Nigeria. It has become one of the largest towns in Igbo land, known for its role in business and culture, and for having survived the test of time. The city is located in the centre of southeastern Nigeria and has grown from a small Igbo village to…
Aba, which is called the “Japan of Africa” because of its hustling spirit and the many things they have manufactured there, is a renowned city in Abia State, southern Nigeria. It is another centre of the Igbo people, where they run their businesses and show their culture. Aba has markets that are loaded, people who…
Nsukka is a notable town in Enugu State, Nigeria. It has become one of the biggest centers for culture, books, and history in Igbo land. The town houses the University of Nigeria, and the place has become a hub for intellectual work, art, and tradition. From what people say, colonial records, old stories, and what…
Ohafia is a proud community in Abia State, Nigeria, that people in Igboland are familiar with due to its warrior history, strong traditions, and cultural contributions. The place is located in a hilly area in southeastern Nigeria, and it is popular for a war dance called “Ikpirikpi Ogu”, strong stories, and warrior pride. It…
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