Ogba Archives ~ Ozi Ikòrò

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Photo credit; Wikiwand The word “Igbo” often brings to mind a single ethnic identity, but anyone who has studied the region knows this isn’t the full picture. The Igbo cultural zone…

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Apr 2025

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies

The Riverine Igbo People: Culture, Economy, and History of the Water-Loving Communities around River Niger

Oguta Lake / Charles Alozie The Riverine Igbos are a distinct group of people within the Igbo tribe, one of the largest ethnic groups in Africa. They live in riverine areas,…

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Apr 2025

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies

Okorobia: The Role and Relevance of Young Men in Igbo Society from Tradition to Modern Times

Men of Emii showcasing music and dance display at the Okazi Emii Festival 2024 - Ou Travel and Tour. The word “Okorobia” is a strong cultural word in Igbo land that…

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Mar 2025

Anthropology and Ethnography Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory

The Rise, Decline, and Potential Revival of Awka Blacksmithing: A Centuries-Old Igbo Craft

An Ọka [Awka] blacksmith, nnẹ ụzụ, and his nwa ụzụ, an apprentice blacksmith, photographed by G. T. Basden, early 20th century. Awka in Anambra State, Nigeria, is a big name for…

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Mar 2025

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory ⁠Religion and Spirituality

Nchaka Festival: A Celebration of Heritage, Spirituality, and Harvest in Ogba Land, Rivers State

Photo from the Nchaka festival 2023. The Nchaka Festival is a prestigious annual celebration among Ndi Ogba of Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria. This event, typically held between November…

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Oct 2024

Anthropology and Ethnography ⁠Religion and Spirituality

Craftsmanship and Spirituality: The Role of Ikenga in Igbo Blacksmithing Traditions

Ikenga in House of Chief Okku of Idu — Two Small Ikenga used as blacksmith mascots. In Tribes of the Niger Delta by P.A. Talbot, the Ikenga figures mentioned in the…

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Oct 2024

Anthropology and Ethnography Cultural Heritage

Shared Cultural Similarities Between The Ogba and Oguta People

Owu mask, Ugwuta (Oguta) area, 1940s. Photo via Sabine Jell-Bahlsen. The Ogba people of Rivers State and the Oguta people of Imo State also known as the “Riverine Igbo”. (Oru/Olu) which they…

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Sep 2024

Anthropology and Ethnography

Igboland (Alaigbo): A Regional Breakdown 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…

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The Divergent Daughters: Comparing the Cultures of Igboid Subgroups