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The story of a people is not written in dust, it is etched in memory, song, and story. For the Igbo, whose history was long spoken before it was written, the historians became the ndi na-ede akụkọ ndụ ( the recorders of life). Before the ink of independence dried, before Nigeria found its voice, a…
Dennis Memorial Grammar School (DMGS), Onitsha, Anambra state, stands today as one of the most historic educational institutions in Eastern Nigeria. Established by the Church Missionary Society (C.M.S.), it holds the distinction of being the first “grammar” school in Igboland, opening its doors on 25 January 1925 to its inaugural class of nineteen boarders and…
Among the many elements of Igbo culture, Nzu (white chalk) holds a special place as a powerful symbol with deep spiritual and social significance. Despite challenges from colonial influences and modernisation, the Igbo are reviving their traditions, with Nzu playing a central role in preserving their identity. This article explores the multifaceted uses of Nzu…
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