Kene Obiejesi at her Ime-ego.
Traditional marriage practices among the Igbo people of Nigeria are culturally rich and socially significant. Central to these practices is bridewealth, locally called Ime Ego, a…
Before the imposition of the British pound and the modern naira, the Igbo people of Southeastern Nigeria operated within a sophisticated and multifaceted economic system. This system was supported by…
In Igboland, marriage is more than just two hearts joining; it’s the uniting of two families, two lineages, and two worlds. The ceremony known as ịgba nkwu nwanyi (the bride’s…
In precolonial times, the Igbo people held palm oil (mmanụ nkwụ) in high esteem.
Palm oil was more than just a consumable agricultural product
It was an important commodity that uplifted societies,…
