Ogwugwu: The Great Igbo Spiritual Mother

Uli painting on the walls of the Ogwugwu shrine, Nibo, present-day Anambra State, Nigeria. Photographed by one of Northcote Thomas’s assistants in 1911. Photo: Re-Entanglements. Ogwugwu is a special ancestral spirit in Igbo culture, deeply loved as a powerful mother figure. She connects the living with the spiritual world, especially through rivers and land. This article…

ByIdenze EzemeJuly 28, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory

Gender Flexibility and Authority in Igbo Culture

The Igbo people have a good political system, which they call a dual-sex system. In this system, men and women share power, but it does not mean one person is under the other. Instead, men and women have separate groups that do things, but still work together to ensure that society is balanced. Alusi Ifejioku –…

ByChukwunwike OssaiMay 23, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory

Agulu: A Portrait of Cultural Heritage, Environmental Challenges, and Socioeconomic Transformation in Anambra State

Agulu is a notable town in the Anaocha Local Government Area (LGA) of Anambra State, Nigeria. The town is well-known for its fine nature, rich culture, and the way the people contribute to the Igbo nation and Nigerian matters. Agulu is located in the Anambra Central senatorial district, and it is well known because of…

ByChukwunwike OssaiMay 2, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory

The Aju Festival of Ugbo: A Rite of Passage Celebrating Manhood, Identity, and Community Unity in Igbo Society

Aju Festival is a big traditional event in Ugbo and many Igbo societies that they hold every three years. It shows how young boys from the ages of 19 to 23 entered manhood, through one special ceremony called “Iwa Akwa” (to wear clothes). But it is not just a party – it’s a serious cultural…

ByChukwunwike OssaiMay 2, 20250Comments

Ethnohistory Historical Studies

Aguleri: The Cradle of Igbo Civilization and Cultural Heritage

Aguleri is an old town in Anambra State, Nigeria, where the people are well-known in Igbo history as one of the oldest and most respected communities in Igboland. Some people see it as the place where the Igbo people first started. The town strongly connects with the legend of Eri, a mystical person people believe…

ByChukwunwike OssaiMay 2, 20250Comments

Ethnohistory

Nsukka: The Brain Capital and Cultural Beacon of the Igbo People

Nsukka is a notable town in Enugu State, Nigeria. It has become one of the biggest centers for culture, books, and history in Igbo land. The town houses the University of Nigeria, and the place has become a hub for intellectual work, art, and tradition. From what people say, colonial records, old stories, and what…

ByChukwunwike OssaiMay 2, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory

Igbo Etiti: Preserving Culture and Agricultural Prosperity in the Heart of Enugu State

Igbo Etiti is a local government area (LGA) in Enugu State, rich in Igbo culture, fertile farming land, and a strong history. It is located in the northern part of Enugu and is an area where numerous Igbo communities come together, showcasing unity, pride, and a strong work ethic. Their history comes from stories, old…

ByChukwunwike OssaiMay 1, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies

Umuada: The Silent Matriarchs of Igbo Society and the Spirit of African Feminism

Ụmụada Group Umuada is a strong traditional group among Igbo people in Southeast Nigeria. Women who created it are daughters of one lineage or community. Whether they are married or not. The word "Umuada" is derived from the Igbo words "Umu" (meaning "children" or "plenty") and "ada" (meaning "daughter"), so it translates to "daughters of the…

ByChukwunwike OssaiApril 26, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage

Exploring the Korring Language and Cultural Heritage of Ntezi

Ntezi The Igbo people in Southeast Nigeria are known for their rich culture, full of different languages, traditions, and stories. In Ntezi, a town in Ishielu, Ebonyi State, the Korring language and unique customs shine brightly. This article looks at the Korring language, the effects of Christian missionaries, the skill of basket weaving, and the beauty…

ByIdenze EzemeApril 25, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage Ethnohistory Historical Studies ⁠Religion and Spirituality

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