Idu Cultural Dance of Akpo: Tradition, Identity, and Community through Movement and Music

Idu cultural dance is a dance that the Akpo people borrowed from Umuomaku town more than 50 years ago. They discussed the dance with the people who owned it and did everything they asked, and then the training started. The training lasted for two years. This brought friendship between Akpo and the Umuomaku people. The…

ByChukwunwike OssaiMay 17, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory

Aba: The Commercial Heart of Igboland – A Journey Through History, Culture, and Resilience

Photo by OU travel & Tour Aba, which is called the "Japan of Africa" because of its hustling spirit and the many things they have manufactured there, is a renowned city in Abia State, southern Nigeria. It is another centre of the Igbo people, where they run their businesses and show their culture. Aba has markets…

ByChukwunwike OssaiMay 3, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage

The Egedege Dance: A Traditional Dance from Unubi

Egedege of Unubi Live Performance The Egedege dance is an important traditional dance from Unubi, a town in Anambra State , Nigeria. It is known for its beauty and rich meaning. The dance reflects the culture and history of the people of Unubi, as well as their royal traditions. It is not just a…

ByIdenze EzemeFebruary 3, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage

Oja: The Igbo Speaking Flute That Mirrors Igbo Spirituality

An Elderly Man blowing the Ọjà / Igbo Monitor The Ọjà is a highly regarded flute of a great tradition among the Igbo-speaking people of Nigeria. Centuries back, it was a device that evoked so much more than music. This highly acclaimed Ọjà can be used for communication, storytelling, and ritual. Its versatility and portability…

ByIdenze EzemeOctober 28, 20240Comments