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Kinship Systems

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Itsekiri Marriage Rites: The Cultural Significance of the “Omi-Eghare” (Payment of Dowry)

Marriage among the Itsekiri of the Niger Delta is not merely a social union; it is a sacred, communal, and economic alliance that binds two extended families together. One of the most important aspects of this process is the “Omi-Eghare”, the traditional payment of bride-wealth, commonly translated as “dowry” but more accurately understood as a…

Oil and Tradition: Navigating Modernity in the Kalabari Communities

The Kalabari people of the Niger Delta region of Nigeria have long been recognized for their rich cultural heritage, complex kinship systems, and historically significant maritime economy. However, the discovery and expansion of oil exploration in Rivers State have dramatically reshaped their economic landscape, cultural values, and social structures. As the forces of modernization accelerate,…