The Impact of Christianity on Women’s Power in Anioma: From Pre-Colonial Influence to Modern Subjugation

"Igbo woman from Illah. Southern Nigeria." Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. [Postcard] In the present day, Christianity has really subdued women's power. Christian practices changed how women lived from what it used to be during Pre-Colonial times. Back in the day, Anioma women had a strong influence in society; they controlled numerous happenings. However, since Christian missionaries…

ByChukwuwike OssaiMarch 1, 20250Comments

Historical Studies

Old Dynamic Of Ndi Igbo and Wildlife

A young Gorilla killed by two Ibo [Igbo] boys from Asaba, Southern Nigeria, West Africa, 1906. Smithsonian Institution National Anthropological Archives. On a single day in 1906 in Ahaba, Southern Nigeria, West Africa, Two Igbo boys killed a young gorilla. Historical Context: In 1906, Southern Nigeria was under the British colonial rule. Which brought changes in land uses,…

ByChukwuwike OssaiJanuary 31, 20250Comments

Ethnohistory Historical Studies

Igbo Women: The Force of Society’s Economy in the 1900s

Igbo market women Before European invaders came to change how buying and selling worked in Igbo land, women, particularly Ndi-Ahia in places like Aboh, Ahaba, Onicha has prepared well for both far and near business. They know more about trade, and they are much in the market, they sell crop harvests, hand-made clothes, and many more things…

ByChukwuwike OssaiNovember 1, 20240Comments

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies

Ndi Anioma: A Unified Igbo Journey

Anioma Carnival ©OFAAC Anioma Carnival ©OFAAC Ndi Anioma is predominantly the Igbo-speaking group of present-day Delta state, politically, they are grouped to Delta North senatorial district, although, some parts of Edo state like Igbanke and its environs that speak Ika are politically carved into Edo state today but they are part of Anioma, the boundaries of Anioma spans…

ByChukwuwike OssaiNovember 1, 20240Comments

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies

Mkpisi Ceremony and The Age Grade Structure of Ahaba : A Vital Tradition of Ndi Anioma

Young Igbo men In Ahaba , the system of age grade is one of the most intricate structure that socially guards a the journey of males from youthfulness to elderhood. The hierarchy starts with "Nziza Ezi" which is from (age 0-18), This is followed with "Okwulagwe" (age 19-45), the next hierarchy following Okwulagwe is the "Ochokoloma" (age 46-55), "Oturaza"…

ByChukwuwike OssaiOctober 30, 20240Comments

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies

Egwu-Ota: A Pillar of Tradition in the Political and Social Structure of Ahaba

Ndi Eze Ahaba Egwu-Ota stands out as more than just a dance move in Ahaba, it embodies an important thread in the traditional, political, social, and spiritual institutions Being a royal dance, Egwu-Ota is exclusive solemnly to the Obi and Asagba titleholders; the dance acts as a crucial rite that sharpens the leadership of Ahaba and gives…

ByChukwuwike OssaiOctober 30, 20240Comments

Cultural Heritage Historical Studies

Ika People of Anioma : Guardians of Ancient Igbo Lagacy

Obi of Owa Ika people in Anioma as colonial officer J. Macrae Simpson documented in the 1930s are rooted deeply in heritage of Igbo, evident through their social structures, dialect, and cultural practices. The political institutions of ndi ika evolved uniquely despite being one of the earliest Igbo autonomous aboringines influenced by interacting historically with cultures around…

ByChukwuwike OssaiOctober 29, 20240Comments

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies ⁠Religion and Spirituality

The System of Eze Title : An Immortal Gateway in Anioma Culture

©doziearts In various Anioma communities, the Eze title has always been the prestigious pathway to elevated status, also, it embodies the core social and spiritual aspirations. Men, via junior roles usually ascend to the alo and nkpisi positions. While they acquire skills and wealth, they are also given the honor in the eligibility of the Eze title. Aside…

ByChukwuwike OssaiOctober 28, 20240Comments

Cultural Heritage Historical Studies

Discussing Influence of Igala on Riverine Communities in Anioma: A Blend of Commerce and Culture

The relationship of Anioma with the Igala people is being displayed in some social and political institution influenced by the Igala and igbo, these influences is particularly felt in Anioma riverine communities like Aboh, Okpai, and Illah. Some of the influences left a few notable marks because towns like Okpai and Oko was in a little…

ByChukwuwike OssaiOctober 7, 20240Comments

Cultural Heritage Historical Studies

The Introduction of Warrant Chiefs to Anioma People: Western Disruption of the People’s Traditional Institution

The extinction of the traditional structure of leadership in Anioma was heavily influenced by the introduction of warrant chiefs by the British colonial administration. Formerly, the people of Anioma governed themselves via a decentralized system of leadership. The institution of politics in Anioma was community driven, in a way that, leadership was shared across village assemblies, families…

ByChukwuwike OssaiOctober 4, 20240Comments

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The Impact of Christianity on Women’s Power in Anioma: From Pre-Colonial Influence to Modern Subjugation

Old Dynamic Of Ndi Igbo and Wildlife

Igbo Women: The Force of Society’s Economy in the 1900s

Ndi Anioma: A Unified Igbo Journey

Mkpisi Ceremony and The Age Grade Structure of Ahaba : A Vital Tradition of Ndi Anioma

Egwu-Ota: A Pillar of Tradition in the Political and Social Structure of Ahaba

Ika People of Anioma : Guardians of Ancient Igbo Lagacy

The System of Eze Title : An Immortal Gateway in Anioma Culture

Discussing Influence of Igala on Riverine Communities in Anioma: A Blend of Commerce and Culture

The Introduction of Warrant Chiefs to Anioma People: Western Disruption of the People’s Traditional Institution

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