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In Igbo culture, spirituality weaves through daily life, connecting the living with ancestors and the unseen world. One fascinating practice is the use of akalogoli charms, as captured in a striking early 1910s photograph by Northcote Thomas, showing a man burying a charm made from burning palm flowers to ward off evil spirits. This ritual…
The Igbo people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Nigeria. During the transatlantic slave trade, many Igbo people were taken from their homeland and sold into slavery in the Americas, including Saint-Domingue (now Haiti). Their arrival in Haiti left a deep mark on the island’s culture, religion, and history. This article explores the…
Chukwu Abiama is a vital part of Igbo culture and spirituality. Its history goes back to before Christianity came to Nigeria. The Igbo people regarded it as an oracle, meaning it had a huge influence on the lives and beliefs of the Igbo. This article will analyse the history of Chukwu Abiama, what the name…
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