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Nancy Daniels was an African-born Barbadian ex-slave of probable Igbo descent who was taken from her home and forced into slavery in Barbados. She was born before 1760 and was brought to Barbados around 1780 when she was in her twenties. Her life was full of hardship, but she showed great strength. Her story is…
In November 2019, the 90th anniversary of the Women’s War, known in Igbo as Ògù Ụmùnwaànyị was commemorated. This historic uprising, which took place from 1929 to 1930, remains one of the most significant anti-colonial movements in Nigeria’s history. It was not just a protest against economic injustice but a bold declaration of women’s political…
The Agbogho Mmuo masquerade is a revered Igbo cultural tradition honoring the spirits of deceased maidens. Performed by men, this masquerade embodies youthful beauty, grace, and purity. Northcote Thomas’s early 20th-century photographs provide valuable insights into this captivating tradition. Agbogho Mmuo represents: 1. Idealized femininity: Embodying youthful beauty and innocence. 2. Spiritual continuity: Connecting the…
Trade-by-Barter “Trade-by-Barter” was a common practice in all the markets in Ala Igbo before the introduction of the cash economy. People exchanged goods like farm produce, livestock, crafts, and services without using money. Goods were exchanged based on their perceived equivalent value, determined by supply and demand. Barter trade took place on designated market days,…
Umuada Umuada translates to “daughters of the land” or “daughters of the family” and refers to a group of women who are originally from a particular village or clan but are married into different families and communities. Despite their marriages, they maintain a strong connection to their place of origin. Structure and Membership: Membership: The…
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