Howard University, Washington D.C.—the academic ground where Igbo voices converged. Image credits; Getty images
In April 2010, within the historic halls of Howard University in Washington, D.C., a quiet renaissance unfolded. The annual Igbo Studies Association (ISA) Conference had drawn together some of the finest minds of the Igbo world; historians, artists, linguists, and philosophers, each…
MMili Nkisi Day in Onitsha. Photo: Frank Amuta
Igbo People has a rich culture and traditions, with many festivals celebrating history, spirituality, and community unity. One special event is Mmili Nkisi Day, held in Onitsha, Anambra State. This festival honours the Nkisi River, which is deeply connected to the history and spirituality of the…
Women decorating the Iyiazi shrine in Agukwu Nri, located in present-day Anambra State, Nigeria, 1984. Photographs taken by Chike Aniakor.
The Igbo language and art are integral components of the cultural heritage of the Igbo people of Nigeria. While these cultural expressions have thrived for centuries, globalization and modernization pose significant threats to their survival. This…
Igbo bride and Groom
Igbo traditional marriage rites, known as Ịgba nkwụ or Igba nkwu nwanyi, have long been a cornerstone of Igbo culture, symbolizing the union of families and the continuation of lineage. These ceremonies are rich in rituals and customs, including the payment of the bride price ịkwụ ụgwọ ịsi (ịkwa ụlọ), formal introduction…