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The Ikolo: A Sacred Sonic Symbol of Aguleri’s Cultural and Spiritual Heritage

Ikoro Drum, Amongst the Igbos, G.T. Basden (1921) In the heart of Igbo land, within the ancient kingdom of Aguleri, on the Omambala River side in Southeastern Nigeria, the Ikolo sacred drum beats as a powerful symbol of cultural identity, spiritual power, and community unity. It was carved from the hollow trunk of the mahogany tree.…
June 28, 20250Comments

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Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory

The Strong Role The Igbo Women Played In our Pre-Colonial Time To Boost The Igbo Economy Through Farming

  Before the time of the white men (pre-colonial period) in Igbo land, agriculture was the backbone of everything — from food, to how people lived together, to how they saw themselves. As one scholar, Vincent Uchendu, said, agriculture is an "Igbo staff of life." It covers many things like planting crops, food processing, keeping small…
May 14, 20250Comments

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An Igbo man from Achala, p.d. Anambra State, photographed by British colonial government anthropologist Northcote Thomas, 1910-1911. Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, Cambridge.
Historical Studies

The Name “Anambra” Is Not New: A Look at Its Indigenous and Colonial Origins

An Igbo man from Achala, now in Anambra State, was photographed by British colonial anthropologist Northcote Thomas between 1910 and 1911. The photo is kept at the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology in Cambridge. Many believe "Anambra" is a recent invention created during Nigeria's post-colonial period. However, historical records prove that variations of the name—such as…
February 13, 20250Comments

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The Nsugbe Ijele marches forth through the town
Cultural Heritage

Ijele Masquerade: The Largest and Most Revered Masquerade in Igbo Land

The Nsugbe Ijele marches forth through the town. Photo: Amightytree. Ijele Masquerade is the biggest masquerade in Sub-Saharan Africa. It is an important tradition of the Igbo people in Nigeria. In many communities in Anambra State, South-Eastern Nigeria, the Ijele masquerade is performed during celebrations, burial ceremonies, and other special occasions in…
February 5, 20250Comments

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Cultural Heritage Historical Studies Photos

Cultural Artifacts of Igbo Society: Ikenga and Ofo

The Igbo culture of Nigeria is rich in symbolism and traditional artifacts that reflect its worldview, spiritual practices, and societal structure. Among these artifacts, the Ikenga and Ofo stand out as powerful representations of personal achievement, moral authority, and spiritual connection. This article explores these artifacts using historical photographs and the cultural context in which…
January 1, 20250Comments

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