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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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Traditional Igbo Bonesetting Explained
Bonesetting in Africa – Nigeria So, what exactly is bonesetting? Bonesetting is an ancient osteopathic discipline where practitioners specialise in treating bone fractures, dislocations, ligament sprains, spinal pains, muscle cramps, and muscular pains. Similar to modern medical practices like physiotherapy. How was it integrated into Igbo culture? As a discipline it has been practised in…
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Nigerian Wedding Attire – Explained (Igbo, Edo, Yoruba & Hausa)
In this video we explain the wedding outfits of four Nigerian tribes (Igbo, Edo, Yoruba and Hausa). Also featured: Efik Ibibio, Tiv, Urhrobo, Kalabari, Fulani. Models – IGBO- Bride: @oluchiozioma_ Groom: @Kaobi EDO- Bride: Crystal Groom: @Zizibo YORUBA- Bride: @toniteetones Groom: @afrologuepod HAUSA:- Bride: Funke Groom: James Photographer: @Keleenna Hair and make up @Kacha’s Space
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Igbo Terms of Endearment for Mothers
In this video we’ll take a look at three Igbo terms of endearment you can use to call your mother.
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40 Igbo Names Without Chi/Chukwu in Them
It’s well known that there are many beautiful Igbo names containing the words “Chi/Chukwu”. In this post we shed some light on 40 Igbo names which don’t contain these words. Please feel free to comment if you know any more! Name Meaning Adanne/adanna First daughter of mom/dad Adaugo Daughter of pride Adaure Elegant daughter (ure-…
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