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Black Americans that Supported Biafra During the War
Taking a look at the Black Americans that supported Biafra during the Nigeria-Biafra war.
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Explained: Are Igbo people “money-loving”?
Photo credit: @chikaihuoma If you’ve ever stumbled across Nigerian spaces on social media, you wouldn’t have to look very far to see the stereotype that Igbo people love money. Although most Igbo people aren’t offended by this, after all, who doesn’t love money? —Where does this stereotype come from? Is it something that stems from the
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What is “Uhie/Ufie” Camwood?
Uhie/ufie has been part of Igbo skincare for centuries. Derived from tree bark, it has mild antiseptic properties that cleanse the skin when made into a paste with water. It’s used as an exfoliator to treat skin conditions such as pimples, warts and cysts. In practice, it was used to soften and clear the skin
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Black with red hair: Why do some Nigerians have red hair?
Ever seen a black person with stunning ginger hair and wondered why? Although rare, most people in Nigeria would have come across someone with red hair, whether it be a family member or a passer-by. In this article, we’ll take a look at what research has found and why this may occur. So, what makes
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Ekumeku: How this Igbo group resisted British domination for 30 years
The Ekumeku Movement Explained During Britain’s colonisation of Nigeria, one of the most prolonged and drawn-out conflicts was against the Ekumeku. A movement fought by the Anioma, an Igbo subgroup, and their neighbouring Igbo allies. So, what sparked the beginning of the movement? As the British looked to expand their colonial domination of Nigeria, they
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