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Understanding the Ogbuefi / Ogbueshi /Ogbueshu / Ogbuevi and Ogbuehi Title in Igbo Culture

The traditional ruler of Obosi in the Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State, His Royal Highness, Igwe Chidubem Iweka. Photo: Gazettengr The Ogbuefi title, also known as Ogbueshi, Ogbueshu, Ogbuevi, and  Ogbuehi, is among Igbo society's most prestigious cultural titles. It represents a title signifying honour and achievement and the status one…
January 20, 20250Comments

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Cultural Heritage Historical Studies Photos

Traditional Igbo Tattooing: A Cultural Expression of Identity and Womanhood

Traditional tattooing in Igbo society was more than mere body decoration; it was a deeply symbolic and significant practice, tied to rites of passage, identity, and artistry. The custom of facial and body tattooing, particularly among Igbo women, reflected cultural values, beauty ideals, and societal roles. This practice, which often involved cicatrisation, is most famously…
December 19, 20240Comments

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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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