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What was Olaudah Equiano’s real Igbo name?
I’ll never forget my first black history month. In year eight whilst learning about the transatlantic slave trade, our teacher introduced us to Olaudah Equiano. Describing him as the incredible Igbo-African man who bought his freedom, travelled worldwide, and contributed to the abolitionist movement to end slavery. Although the Equiano narrative made me feel proud, I couldn’t help but wonder…
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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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Why are there so many light-skinned Igbos?
Why are there so many light skinned Igbo people? Well, possible factors that may have contributed to this phenomenon, include the environment, genetics, preference and historical events.
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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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