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Otu Odu society

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The Otu Odu Society of Onicha: Guardians of Tradition and Prestige

These women are likely part of the Ndị Odụ or Otu Odụ society which is a women’s socio-political and economic organisation in Onicha (Onitsha) made up of wealthy members who either bought the rights to the title or whose relatives bought the rights to either wear odu aka, ivory bracelets, or odu ukwụ, ivory anklets,…

Place Onicha

The Otu Odu Society: Matriarchal Influence and Social Prestige among Onicha Women

In Onitsha (Onicha), women who belong to the Otu Odu society hold significant social and spiritual influence. The Otu Odu is an exclusive and prestigious group traditionally composed of high-status women, often those who are married to wealthy men or have demonstrated considerable wealth and contribution to their community. Membership into the Otu Odu society…

Place Onicha