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Mazi Nwanyi: Women in Arochukwu’s Leadership and Culture

A woman from Arochukwu with an ornate hairstyle. Photographed by Northcote Thomas, 1912-13. Arochukwu, a prominent cultural and historical city in Southeastern Nigeria, has long been known for its unique traditions and societal structures. Central to this heritage is the title “Mazi,” a term of deference typically reserved for male elders within the Aro communities, including…

ByChukaDecember 24, 20240Comments

Anthropology and Ethnography Cultural Heritage Photos

The Evolution of Pre-Colonial Igbo Male Hairstyles: Cultural Significance and Transformation

Pre-colonial Igbo hairstyles, Photogrid by Ukpuru. The history of Igbo men’s hairstyles offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural evolution and social structure of the Igbo people. Pre-colonial Igbo hairstyles were much more than just fashion statements; they were symbolic expressions of identity, status, and roles within society. From warrior braids to intricate patterns worn by…

ByChukaDecember 22, 20240Comments

Anthropology and Ethnography Cultural Heritage Photos

Young Men of the Ogbolo Age-Grade: Uli and Hairstyles in Achala, Nigeria

In 1939, British colonial art historian K. C. Murray photographed a group of young men belonging to the ogbolo age-grade in Achala, a community in the north-central Igbo area of Nigeria. This photograph, notable for its depiction of the young men adorned with uli body art and finely styled hair, captures a significant moment in…

ByChukaDecember 19, 20240Comments

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