World of Indigenous Igbo Culture, History & Their Neighbours
Nancy Daniels, an African-born Barbadian ex-slave, represents the enduring presence of Igbo heritage in the Caribbean. Born around 1760, she survived the brutal Middle Passage to Barbados in the 1780s, where she was enslaved to M. D’Azevedo. After his death, she became the property of the Daniels family and remained with them even after … Read more
John Brown (c. 1810–1876), born into the brutal system of slavery in Virginia, is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring legacy of African heritage. His life story, Slave Life in Georgia: A Narrative of the Life, Sufferings, and Escape of John Brown, A Fugitive Slave, Now in England … Read more
Former Senator John Azuta-Mbata, 65, has been elected the new President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, marking a historic milestone as the first Ikwerre man to lead the prominent Igbo socio-cultural organization. Sen. Azuta Mbata, who represented Rivers East Senatorial District from 1999 to 2007, was chosen as the 13th President-General during an election held on … Read more
Introduction The Caribbean and Americas are cultural mosaics where traditions from Africa have been preserved, adapted, and disseminated through centuries of displacement and cultural exchange. Among these traditions, masking holds a significant place. This article explores the detailed links between the masking traditions of the Bight of Biafra, specifically Igboland, and the vibrant masquerade practices … Read more
The legacy of Igbo culture in Jamaica is an integral part of the island’s history, especially during the slavery era. The famous Igbo saying, “Igbo enweghi eze”—meaning “The Igbo have no king”—aptly captures the egalitarian nature of the Igbo people, both in their homeland and in the diaspora. Despite lacking centralized kingship, the Igbo developed … Read more
Chukwu Abiama is a vital part of Igbo culture and spirituality. Its history goes back to before Christianity came to Nigeria. The Igbo people regarded it as an oracle, meaning it had a huge influence on the lives and beliefs of the Igbo. This article will analyze the history of Chukwu Abiama, what the name … Read more
It existed until the mid-19th century, when it was destroyed by fire, but played a significant role in shaping the local Creole culture. The town’s population was predominantly of Igbo (Eboe) descent, along with individuals from other African groups such as the Ashanti from Ghana. According to Renate Johanna Mayr in Belize: Tracking the Path … Read more
Edward Wilmot Blyden (Aug 1832 – Feb 1912) was a writer and politician who identified both of his parents as being of full Igbo ancestry. Known as the father of pan-Africanism, Blyden was an educator, writer, diplomat, and politician who settled in Liberia and later Sierra Leone. Born in the Virgin Islands of the West … Read more