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Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies

Community Away From Home: Living Testament of Igbo Cultural Integration and Yoruba Ancestry

HRM Obi Okafor Ogoh Obi of UkwuNzu   Settled in Anioma region of Nigeria, is a historically rich and Unique community called Olokunmi. Seen in places such as Ukwunzu, Ugbodu, and Ubulubu, with Ukwunzu being its headquarters the people of Olokunmi have long caught the attention scholars, historians, and visitors as a result of their distinctiveness in…
November 16, 20240Comments

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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"…
October 30, 20240Comments

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Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies

The Role of the Divine and Women in Pre-colonial Igbo Life: A Unique Balance of Power

Oba Ji festival ©Owusi Obiora Prior colonial invasion into Igbo society, spiritual beliefs guided every layer and way of life of the people, strong revered female deities and goddesses were big players in both social and political structures. The worship of Ala, the (earth goddess) was important as it guided the values of Igbo culture ,offenses against…
October 29, 20240Comments

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Cultural Heritage Historical Studies

Above the Myths: Affirmation of the Aboriginal Anioma Igbo Identity

Anioma Agwube dancers ©OFAAC   Ndi Anioma in the eastern region are mostly discussed within the historical context of migrations and external influence. However, these various historical narratives do not stand a chance in overshadowing the deep seated Igbo roots of ndi Anioma. Migrants from defunct Benin empire settled in Anioma Igbo areas like Illah, Akwukwu, Ogwashi-Ukwu and…
October 29, 20240Comments

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Ethnohistory Historical Studies

Anioma: Gatekeepers of Igboland Against Old defunct Benin Empire

A Monarch in Anioma   The Anioma people helped to keep Benin's territorial expansion in check by resisting their wars; this is an important and complex part of Nigeria's southeastern history. The old Benin kingdom experienced one of their most fierce resistance from this Igbo area. The long fights to capture Anioma also influenced Anioma’s political and societal structures,…
October 29, 20240Comments

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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…
October 29, 20240Comments

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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…
October 28, 20240Comments

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Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies

The  Acculturation of Benin derived titles in Ubulu-Ukwu kingdom

Onishe Ezemu Ubulu-Ukwu   Ubulu-Ukwu is a prominent Igbo kingdom in Anioma, with a rich history of  interrelationship with her  neighboring powers, mostly old Benin kingdom. Some titles in the traditional hierarchy of Ubulu-Ukwu were adapted via their interwoven with Benin, some of which are reflections of exchanges which culturally occurred via warfare , migration, and diplomacy. Although…
October 23, 20240Comments

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Cultural Heritage Historical Studies

The Role of Ubulu-Ukwu in Early Igbo Revolt to Invasion

Obi Ofulue Okonkwo of Ubulu-Ukwu   Ubulu-Ukwu upholds a crucial place in  history of ndi Anioma and ndi Igbo in general for its resistance to the Benin invasion in early times, prior the heroic Ekumeku movement.  Oba Akengbuda of Benin in the 18th century executed a three-pronged war attack through his most powerful warriors, unfortunately the armies…
October 22, 20240Comments

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