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The city of Onitsha, perched majestically on the eastern bank of the Niger River, has earned its reputation as the “beating heart of West African commerce.” Known globally for housing the Onitsha Main Market, one of the largest and busiest trading hubs on the continent, the city’s significance transcends mere buying and selling. Historically,…
The Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria are widely known for their business ingenuity, mobility, and ability to rebuild from adversity. Nowhere is this more visible than in the period following the Nigeria–Biafra Civil War (1967–1970). The war left the Eastern Region devastated economically, socially, and politically. Yet within a few decades, the Igbo became one…
When people talk about hidden gems in Igbo highlife, Aguata Super Highlife, led by Okey Igbokwe, always pops up among collectors and true enthusiasts. Their music carried the emotional depth, moral lessons, and storytelling style that define classic Igbo highlife. Even though they weren’t as commercially famous as giants like Osadebe or Oliver De Coque,…
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