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Imagine a lively village in Abia and States, Nigeria, where the streets come alive with the rhythmic beat of drums and the colourful sway of masquerades under the December sun. This is Ohanso, a hidden treasure in Ukwa East Local Government Area, and every year, it hosts the Nwaotam Festival—a captivating cultural celebration that pulses…
The Bonny people, often referred to as the Ibani (Igbani or Ubani), have an complex history that reflects a rich blend of indigenous and migratory influences. The name “Ndoki,” which is derived from the Igbo phrase Ndi anyi-na-ado-ke (“What are we quarrelling for?”), is a reminder of a deep historical connection and a resolution of…
Textiles have long been a medium of cultural exchange and storytelling, bridging continents and peoples. The journey of the Jamaican bandana and the George cloth begins in Madras (modern-day Chennai), India, and stretches across West Africa to the Caribbean. These fabrics, originally tied to colonial trade and slavery, have been reimagined and adopted by diverse…
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