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Arondizuogu: An Aro Settlement Built on Trade and Conquest

Arondizuogu, also called Ndi Izuogu or Izuogu na Iheme, is one of the largest historic Aro settlements in southeastern Nigeria. Its communities are spread across parts of Ideato North, Okigwe and Onuimo Local Government Areas of Imo State. Many older Igbo towns trace their beginnings to ancient migrations, but Arondizuogu came out of the expansion…

Place Ndizuogu

The Economic Role of Igbo Women in Pre-Colonial Igbo Society

Igbo women played significant and powerful roles in pre-colonial Igbo society’s economy. They supported not just their families, but through the control of the food, craft and market industries, they contributed immensely to their community developments. This article will lead you to the contributions of Igbo women in agriculture, local industries and market activities,…

Igboland (Alaigbo): A Regional Breakdown of Ethnic Divisions, Tribes, and Sub-Tribes

“Alaigbo” A breakdown of Igboland cultural regions, ethnic divisions, tribes and sub-tribes. 1. Cross River Igbo (Aro) – Location: Found primarily in the eastern part of Igboland, close to the Cross River area. – Key areas: Arochukwu, Afikpo, Ahaba, Nguzu-Edda, Ihechiowa, Ohafia, Isuikwuato, Abiriba, Bende, and Isiama – Tribes: – Aro – Edda –…