Ikwezi is a coming of age ceremony done for young pubescent women between January to June every year in Mgbidi. It is performed by every clan in Mgbidi except the Aro clan . It’s highlight is the izu ahia ezi that happens at the end of the duration of the program. Historical Background…
Flora Nwapa occupies a foundational place in African literary history as the first African woman to publish an English-language novel internationally. Her groundbreaking book, Efuru, marked a turning point in global perceptions of African women’s voices, realities, and creative authority. Often hailed as the “Mother of Modern African Literature,” Nwapa’s work challenged colonial narratives, expanded…