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Ethnohistory Indigenous Architecture

Pre-Colonial Igbo Canoe Construction and Military Innovation

A war canoe boat in the Igbo area of Niger Delta. The Igbo people, often referred  to as the “Heebo, Eboe, Ibo people” in historical records, demonstrated remarkable expertise in the construction of canoes during the pre-colonial era especially tribes in the Niger Delta areas like the Aboh (Ndokwa), Oguta (Ugwuta), Ekpeye, Awarra, Enuani, Onitsha, Ogbaru,…
November 24, 20240Comments

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Historical Studies

The Monopolization of Resources and Export of Raw Minerals by British Firms in the Oguta Area

A British colonial mineral survey party in the Oguta area. Mineral surveys of the Southern and Northern Nigeria Protectorates were commissioned in 1903 and 1904 by the British Secretary of State for the colonies. Through the lens of the current colonial economy of colonial Nigeria, Oguta was economically exploited by the British. After the 1880s, Britain…
October 24, 20240Comments

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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 call themselves and share several cultural similarities rooted in their geographical proximity within the Niger Delta region and their historical ties to the broader Igbo…
October 8, 20240Comments

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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 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 -…
September 26, 20240Comments

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Anthropology and Ethnography Cultural Heritage

Ekeleke Stilt Dance In Oguta

  Ekeleke (stilt) performance in the Agwa, Oguta, p.d. Imo State, shot by Herbert Cole (1983). Ekeleke stilt dance is a traditional cultural performance from the Oguta people. This vibrant dance is performed by men balancing on tall stilts, which can reach impressive heights, while demonstrating agility and acrobatic movements. The dancers wear costumes, often decorated with raffia…
September 23, 20240Comments

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Ikwerri Ibo, Rumuji village. Owu masquerade. Mask called ‘Ajibodo’ 1931
Anthropology and Ethnography Cultural Heritage

Ajibodo and the Owu Masquerade: Cultural Significance and Social Order in Riverine Igbo Communities

Ikwerri Ibo, Rumuji village. Owu masquerade. Mask called ‘Ajibodo’ 1931 Source: Ibo and Ibibio speaking people of Southeastern Nigeria. Darryl Forde and G.I. Jones. 1957. "Owu Masquerade at Play" The Owu masquerade, a highly revered cultural entity, originated from Oguta, a prominent town in southeastern Nigeria, known for its rich traditions and strong connection to the riverine…
September 21, 20240Comments

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