Ofo ńa Ogu: Spiritual Foundation of Igbo Religious Belief.

Every group in Igbo society has its own Ofo. The Family Ofo is different from the village Ofo, and the village Ofo also differs from the Ofo of many villages joined together. It is the Okpara (first son) who holds the family Ofo. That is why he leads the religious and political matters in the…

ByChukwunwike OssaiMay 23, 20250Comments

Ofo in Igbo Culture: Symbol of Truth, Justice, and Ancestral Authority

WORSHIP OF ANCESTORS NZE, OFO AND IKENGA (ONIČA OLONA). In Igbo Culture, the word "Ofo" is not an ordinary Stick or Staff. It is a powerful spiritual symbol that carries a lot of meaning. It stands for truth, justice, spiritual connection, and authority. If you want to understand the way Igbo people see the world and…

ByChukwunwike OssaiApril 25, 20250Comments

Anthropology and Ethnography Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory

Discovering Anioma: A Unique Cultural Identity in Nigeria

The Anioma people are Igbo living in the western part of River Niger, mostly inside Delta State, Nigeria, with small parts in Edo and Anambra State. They are found in places like Aniocha, Oshimili, Ika, Ukwuani (Ndokwa), and some other areas. They call these places "Anioma," meaning "good land" in Igbo. Anioma culture is an…

ByChukwunwike OssaiMarch 23, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory

Preserving Cultural Heritage: The Story of Ossomala

Ossomala is a town near the River Niger, inside Ogbaru Local Government Area in Anambra State, Nigeria. They call it an "ancient kingdom," sometimes having fine river sides that make it special. Ossomala are Igbo people who speak their language very well, and they are part of the Igbo families in places like Onitsha, Aboh,…

ByChukwunwike OssaiMarch 23, 20251Comment

Cultural Heritage

The Vibrant Culture of Igbide Kingdom and the Abame Festival

The vibrant Abọ-ame (Abame) Festival of the Igbide Kingdom celebrates a unique rite of passage for all sons and daughters of the Isoko South community. Photo: @TheIsokos (X) Igbide is one of the nine administrative clans in Isoko South Local Government Area, Delta State, Nigeria. A significant natural feature of this region is the Urie-Igbide (Igbide…

ByIdenze EzemeJanuary 4, 20250Comments