Igbo-Ukwu: Revealing the Bronze Age of West Africa

The images show various Igbo-Ukwu bronzes, which are artifacts from a 9th-century civilization in what is now southeastern Nigeria. The Igbo-Ukwu discoveries are renowned for their sophisticated 9th-century bronze artifacts, which are the earliest known examples of cast bronze in West Africa. The artifacts showcase immense skill with the lost-wax casting technique and intricate designs. The archaeological…

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Historical Studies

Ibo Granmoun: The Roots of Haitian Democracy

Ibo Granmoun: The Roots of Haitian Democracy. Photo: Ukpuru Haiti's journey toward democracy has been long and complex, deeply influenced by its African heritage. One of the strongest roots of Haitian democracy can be traced back to the Igbo people of Nigeria. While the term "democracy" originates from ancient Greece, the principles of self-governance and collective…

ByIdenze EzemeMarch 26, 20250Comments

Historical Studies

H.R.H. Dr. Igwe Alphonsus Okechukwu Okagbue: A Legacy of Leadership and Cultural Preservation

H.R.H Dr. Igwe Alphonsus Okechukwu Okagbue - Photo: Inlandtown.com The Ofala Festival of 1971 marked a significant moment in the reign of His Majesty Igwe Alphonsus Okechukwu Okagbue, CFR, a revered monarch whose leadership left an indelible mark on the history of Onitsha and the Igbo People. Born on October 5, 1923, in…

ByIdenze EzemeFebruary 8, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage

Atilogwu Dance: A Vibrant Celebration of Igbo Culture

Atilogwu Dance: A Lively Showcase of Igbo Heritage and Spirit. Photo: Umuigbo. The Atilogwu dance is one of the most energetic and exciting traditional dances of the Igbo people in Nigeria. It is characterized by acrobatic moves, quick footwork, and colourful costumes; this dance is a true celebration of Igbo creativity,…

ByIdenze EzemeJanuary 30, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage

Understanding the Phrase “Igbo enwe Eze” and Igbo Leadership Systems

The Igwe, also known as the Obi of Onitsha and the Chiefs at the Ofala Festival, Anambra State, Nigeria. Photo: Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation The saying " Igbo enwe Eze," meaning "The Igbo have no king," is often misinterpreted. It is a statement that shows the way of governance in Igbo society without a central leader,…

ByIdenze EzemeJanuary 15, 20251Comment

Ethnohistory Historical Studies

General Chukwuemeka Ojukwu: The Life and Legacy of Biafra’s Leader

Gen. Chukwumeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, Photo from Aba Times News. General Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, a towering figure in Nigerian and Biafran history, was born on November 4, 1933, in Zungeru, Nigeria, to Sir Louis Odumegwu Ojukwu, a wealthy businessman. Educated in elite schools in Nigeria and abroad, including Epsom College and Oxford University, Ojukwu earned a degree…

ByChuka OdikeNovember 26, 20240Comments

Anthropology and Ethnography

40,000 Years Ago in Igboland: A Journey Through Ancient Igbo Origins

Long before Ancient and modern history recorded Africa's diverse cultures and empires, Igboland, in what is now southeastern Nigeria, was one of the birthplaces of early human development. Recent research from the African Genome Variation Project has revealed new information about the ancient origins of the Igbo people. This research shows that the Igbo have…

ByIdenze EzemeOctober 25, 20241Comment

⁠Religion and Spirituality

Ibini Ukpabi: The Arochukwu Long Juju

The Arochukwu Long Juju The Aro people, a branch of the Igbo ethnic group, founded the Arochukwu Long Juju shrine in the 17th century. A renowned Aro priest from Agbagwu, is credited with establishing the shrine. He is believed to have discovered the Long Juju (Ibini Ukpabi), a supernatural being, in a cave. The…

ByChizobem Chinedu OpiahOctober 17, 20240Comments

Ethnohistory

Nwaotam Masquerade: A Representation of the Ottam (Ndoki) People

Nwaotam Masquerade Play at Akirika Ukwu-Ndoki in 2021, Photographed by Ndoki Nmanma Nu Media Crew WHO ARE THE OTTAM/OTAM PEOPLE? The Ndoki people, before the popularization of the Name Ndoki were known as "Otam/Ottam" people. This was recorded in Captain Crow's Map and on the Dialect Mapping done by Rev. John Clarke in 1848 in …

ByChizobem Chinedu OpiahOctober 2, 20240Comments

Indigenous Architecture

Nsude Pyramid: Spirituality in Igbo Architecture

A Nsude pyramid taken by G.I Jones 1935 The Nsude Pyramid (Nkpura) Shrine is an archaeological site near the modern-day Enugu community of Nsude, in southeast Nigeria. The Nsude Pyramid was built by the indigenous Igbo people of Nsude and environs. The primary construction material is mud built upward in a circular manner. The exact…

ByChizobem Chinedu OpiahSeptember 24, 20240Comments