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Igbo women and girls and their hairstyles, 1900-1930. Photogrid by Ukpuru 2019.

Igbo women and girls and their hairstyles, 1900-1930. Photogrid by Ukpuru 2019. Igbo women and girls and their hairstyles, 1900-1930. The crested hairstyle Ojongo remained popular until the mid-20th century and is a distinctive element in Igbo art representing women. Women adorned their hair with various ornaments such as thread, feathers, shells, bone, wood, beads, Igbo currency,…

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Anthropology and Ethnography Ethnohistory

“Ibo Coiffures” Photo: Tribes of the Niger Delta – P.A. Talbot, 1910s

"Ibo Coiffures" Photo: Tribes of the Niger Delta - P.A. Talbot, 1910s. Igbo coiffures have a rich cultural and historical significance, often symbolizing status, age, marital status, and even spiritual beliefs. Here are some key traditional Igbo hairstyles: 1. Isi Ogo (Chief’s Hair): This is an elaborate style traditionally worn by Igbo chiefs or people of high…

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Anthropology and Ethnography

Small boys masquerade in Ovim Village, Isu Ikwa Ato [Isuikwuato].” – G. I. Jones, 1930s

Small boys masquerade in Ovim Village, Isu Ikwa Ato [Isuikwuato]." - G. I. Jones, 1930s.In Ovim village of Isuikwuato, small boys masquerades play an important role in local festivals and cultural events. These masquerades allow young boys to participate in the vibrant masquerade tradition of the Igbo people, helping to instill cultural values and a…

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Anthropology and Ethnography Ethnohistory

A titled Igbo man from Ogwashi Ukwu, (Aniocha), Enuani in Delta State, photographed by Northcote Thomas in 1912, and later colorized by Ukpuru in 2019.

A titled Igbo man from Ogwashi Ukwu, (Aniocha), Enuani in Delta State, photographed by Northcote Thomas in 1912, and later colorized by Ukpuru in 2019. Ogwashi Ukwu was founded by Odaigbo (Adaigbo), a descendant of Eze Nri from Agukwu Nri. Odaigbo, also known as Odaba Igbo, crossed the Niger River with his brother Edini. They are believed…

ByOdikeSeptember 27, 20240Comments

Ethnohistory

Photo: Ohafia, 1930s. G. I. Jones.

Photo: Ohafia, 1930s. G. I. Jones. One version of the origin of Ohafia matriliny describes how pregnant women, during the migrations of the Ohafia people, were sometimes left behind—either because they were in labor or due to the suspicion that they would give birth to twins, which was considered an abomination. These women were placed under the…

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Cultural Heritage

Photos of Agbogho Mmuo (maiden spirit) maskers, early 1900s taken by Northcote Thomas.

Photos of Agbogho Mmuo (maiden spirit) maskers, early 1900s taken by Northcote Thomas. Photos of Agbogho Mmuo (maiden spirit) maskers, early 1900s taken by Northcote Thomas. The Agbogho Mmuo masquerade embodies the spirit of deceased maidens and represents ideals of youthful beauty, grace, and purity. This masquerade is typically performed by men during specific festivals and ceremonies,…

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Anthropology and Ethnography Cultural Heritage

“A manilla, a form of currency, from around the 9th century, found at Igbo Ukwu”. On display at the British Museum.

"A manilla, a form of currency, from around the 9th century, found at Igbo Ukwu". On display at the British Museum. "A manilla, a form of currency, from around the 9th century, found at Igbo Ukwu". On display at the British Museum. The manilla was a form of currency widely used in West Africa, including Igboland, particularly…

ByOdikeSeptember 27, 20240Comments

Historical Studies

The Rise of the Ibo State Union.

The Rise of the Igbo State Union. The Rise of the Ibo State Union. In the early 20th century, the Igbo people of Nigeria, who had long shared a common linguistic and cultural heritage, found themselves spread across different administrative regions under British colonial rule. Divided by the borders of the Western, Eastern, and Northern Regions, the…

ByOdikeSeptember 26, 20240Comments

Anthropology and Ethnography

“Alaigbo” A classification of ethnic divisions, tribes and sub-tribes.

"Alaigbo" A classification of ethnic divisions, tribes and sub-tribes. "Alaigbo" A breakdown of Igboland cultural regions, ethnic divisions, tribes and sub-tribes. 1. Cross River Igbo (Aro) - Location: Found primarily in the eastern part of Igboland, close to the Cross River area. - Key areas: Arochukwu, Afikpo, Ahaba, Nguzu-Edda, Ihechiowa, Ohafia, Isuikwuato, Abiriba, Bende, and Isiama - Tribes: - Aro - Edda -…

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Historical Studies

The Midwest Igbos (Ibos) seek to join the Eastern Region.

The Midwest Ibos seeks to join the Eastern Region “The Midwest Ibos seeks to join the Eastern Region” The Midwest Igbos, share a deep ethnic, linguistic, and cultural affinity with the Igbos of the Eastern Region. Although they were part of the Midwest Region which was created in 1963, their Igbo identity remained significant. The Eastern Region was…

ByOdikeSeptember 25, 20240Comments

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Igbo women and girls and their hairstyles, 1900-1930. Photogrid by Ukpuru 2019.

“Ibo Coiffures” Photo: Tribes of the Niger Delta – P.A. Talbot, 1910s

Small boys masquerade in Ovim Village, Isu Ikwa Ato [Isuikwuato].” – G. I. Jones, 1930s

A titled Igbo man from Ogwashi Ukwu, (Aniocha), Enuani in Delta State, photographed by Northcote Thomas in 1912, and later colorized by Ukpuru in 2019.

Photo: Ohafia, 1930s. G. I. Jones.

Photos of Agbogho Mmuo (maiden spirit) maskers, early 1900s taken by Northcote Thomas.

“A manilla, a form of currency, from around the 9th century, found at Igbo Ukwu”. On display at the British Museum.

The Rise of the Ibo State Union.

“Alaigbo” A classification of ethnic divisions, tribes and sub-tribes.

The Midwest Igbos (Ibos) seek to join the Eastern Region.

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