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How many Igbo people are there in Nigeria?
As a developing nation with many rural and disconnected regions, establishing accurate numbers for Nigeria’s demographics is challenging. There are arguments on both sides, some saying that the population numbers are inflated, and others claim they are underestimated. With that said, here are some stats from established sources. According to these sources, 15.2 – 18%…
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Is Igbo a language or a dialect?Â
Is Igbo a language or a dialect? Yes, Igbo is classified as a language. It has a standard form, central Igbo or Igbo Izugbe, which is the form taught in schools. There are several dialects within the Igbo language, all with varying degrees of mutual intelligibility. See our study of Igbo dialects here. Is Igbo…
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How to learn Igbo FAST!
We’re so glad you’ve taken the time to start learning Igbo! A few things to remember on your Igbo learning journey: Once you get the hang of it, learning Igbo will give you a better understanding of Igbo expression, humour and culture. As a tonal language, it’s essential to get the tone as accurate as…
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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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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…
Okwu ID
Okwu ndị Igbo n'ala bekee.
