Nancy Daniels. Photo: Barbados National Trust
Nancy Daniels was an African-born Barbadian ex-slave of probable Igbo descent who was taken from her home and forced into slavery in Barbados. She was…
In November 2019, the 90th anniversary of the Women’s War, known in Igbo as Ògù Ụmùnwaànyị was commemorated. This historic uprising, which took place from 1929 to 1930, remains one…
Photos of Agbogho Mmuo (maiden spirit) maskers, early 1900s taken by Northcote Thomas.
The Agbogho Mmuo masquerade is a revered Igbo cultural tradition honoring the spirits of deceased maidens. Performed by…
Onitsha, 1889, Photographer possibly by G. F. Packer credited with other photos from the Niger and Önïcha (Onitsha)
Trade-by-Barter
"Trade-by-Barter" was a common practice in all the markets in Ala Igbo…
Rich Onitsha Women decorated with Odu Enyi, photographed by G. F. Packer in 1880s
Umuada
Umuada translates to "daughters of the land" or "daughters of the family" and refers to a…
