The mastery of firearms among many West African communities before and during the colonial era depended heavily on specialized guilds, wards, and lineages responsible for weapon production, maintenance, and ritual…
Map of Nkwerre. Photo credit; Public domain/ Wikimedia commons.
Nkwerre located in present-day Imo State, southeastern Nigeria was one of the most technologically advanced ironworking communities in Igboland. Famous for its…
The Ogene Musical Instrument
Egwu Ogene, which means "bell music," is a traditional type of music from the Enugu people in Southeastern Nigeria. This music gets its name from the …
Isuama Map by Ukpuru and Isuama-Ibo, Isu tribe, ‘Okorosie’ masquerade. Masks called 'Nwanyioma’ and 'Akatakpuru’ 1931
Who are the Isu People and Where do they inhabit?
The Isu people, often referred…