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Historical Studies

Ethnic and Regional Resentments in Pre-Civil War Nigeria: A Study of Divisions Between Western, Northern, and Eastern Nigeria

THE PRINCIPAL ETHNIC GROUPS IN EASTERN NIGERIA. 15 15 Source:- Ministry of Information, Eastern Nigeria. The resentment between Western and Northern Nigeria against Eastern Nigeria, particularly in the period leading up to and following Nigeria’s independence in 1960, was driven by a combination of political, economic, ethnic, and cultural factors. This tension ultimately contributed to the…
September 29, 20240Comments

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Anthropology and Ethnography Cultural Heritage

Adorned Identities: Traditional Hairstyles of Igbo Women and Girls (1900-1930)

Igbo women and girls and their hairstyles, 1900-1930. Photogrid by Ukpuru 2019. In Igbo culture, hairstyles signify beauty, status, and spirituality. Between 1900 and 1930, women and girls showcased intricate designs, adorning their hair with various ornaments. The crested hairstyle Ojongo remained popular until the mid-20th century and is a distinctive element in Igbo art representing women.…
September 28, 20240Comments

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Anthropology and Ethnography Ethnohistory

The Cultural Significance of Traditional Igbo Coiffures: Symbolism and Identity

"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…
September 28, 20240Comments

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Cultural Heritage

The Agbogho Mmuo Masquerade: A Symbol of Igbo Femininity, Beauty, and Spiritual Continuity

Photos of Agbogho Mmuo (maiden spirit) maskers, early 1900s taken by Northcote Thomas. The Agbogho Mmuo masquerade is a revered Igbo cultural tradition honoring the spirits of deceased maidens. Performed by men, this masquerade embodies youthful beauty, grace, and purity. Northcote Thomas's early 20th-century photographs provide valuable insights into this captivating tradition. Agbogho Mmuo represents: 1. Idealized femininity:…
September 27, 20240Comments

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Anthropology and Ethnography Cultural Heritage

Unveiling Igbo Ukwu’s Ancient Currency: The Manilla’s Significance in Pre-Colonial Igboland

"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 during the pre-colonial and early colonial periods. The discovery of a 9th-century manilla at Igbo Ukwu sheds light on the sophisticated…
September 27, 20240Comments

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