Urhobo

Okoro: The Shared Name Across Igbo, Isoko, and Urhobo Cultures

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Many people are curious about the name Okoro because it is common among the Igbo, Isoko, and Urhobo ethnic groups despite its obvious Igbo origin. Interestingly, the meaning of Okoro remains the same among these cultures. How Did this Igbo Name Become Integrated into the Isoko and Urhobo lexicons? The answer is found in migration … Read more

Ikenga and the Igbo Influence on Benin Arts and Language

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Ikenga (Igbo: strength of movement) is a revered horned deity among the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria. As one of the most powerful cultural symbols, Ikenga is widely recognized and often displayed in personal shrines. Traditionally, it is owned by men and, occasionally, by women of high social standing. Ikenga represents a person’s Chi (personal … Read more

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