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Cultural Identity of Isuochi: Origins, Practices, Attractions, and Úrì Body Art

A man from Isuochi. Photographed by G. I. Jones, 1930s. Isuochi, located in Umunneochi Local Government Area of Abia State, Nigeria, is a significant community within the Igbo ethnic group. It is made up of several villages and towns. Towns in Isuochi include: Umuaku, Umuokpo, Umunnato, Umuohia, Amata, Oboro, Eziama, and Umuagba. Known for its rich cultural heritage,…

ByChukaDecember 29, 20240Comments

Anthropology and Ethnography Ethnohistory Historical Studies

Mazi Nwanyi: Women in Arochukwu’s Leadership and Culture

A woman from Arochukwu with an ornate hairstyle. Photographed by Northcote Thomas, 1912-13. Arochukwu, a prominent cultural and historical city in Southeastern Nigeria, has long been known for its unique traditions and societal structures. Central to this heritage is the title “Mazi,” a term of deference typically reserved for male elders within the Aro communities, including…

ByChukaDecember 24, 20240Comments

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