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Olaudah Equiano, an Igbo man wrote this, about Benin, nearly two and half centuries ago , in his autobiography published in England about the year 1789 Olaudah Equiano, an Igbo man wrote this, about Benin, nearly two and half centuries ago , in his autobiography published in England about the year 1789 “That part ofContinue reading “Olaudah Equiano, an Igbo man wrote this, about Benin, nearly two and half centuries ago , in his autobiography published in England about the year 1789”

Meet Aunty Ciata the Blàck woman who cŕeated the Rio De Janeiro Carnival culture. Meet Aunty Ciata the Blàck woman who cŕeated the Rio De Janeiro Carnival culture. Aunty Ciata is the most famous of the “aunties” from Bahia 🇧🇷 who played strong roles in the birth of samba in Rio de Janeiro. She wasContinue reading “Meet Aunty Ciata the Blàck woman who cŕeated the Rio De Janeiro Carnival culture.”

The Zulu, or also known as Amazulu, are a Bantu ethnic group of Southern Africa. The Zulu, or also known as Amazulu, are a Bantu ethnic group of Southern Africa. The Zulu are the largest ethnic group in South Africa with an estimated 10–12 million people living mainly in the province of KwaZulu-Natal. The ZuluContinue reading “The Zulu, or also known as Amazulu, are a Bantu ethnic group of Southern Africa.”

Was slavery a choice? Was slavery a choice?Their is over 250 documented slave revolts in America, instances where a minimum of ten slaves partook in a revolt or conspiracy. The only reason it was possible to control African slaves, because they had just gone through an ordeal that left them in a state of shockContinue reading “Was slavery a choice?”

We join the nation in mourning the loss of Highlife music icon, Mike Ejeagha, who passed away at the age of 95. 💔 A Legend Has Fallen 💔 We join the nation in mourning the loss of Highlife music icon, Mike Ejeagha, who passed away at the age of 95. 🕊️ 🎶 Known for hisContinue reading “We join the nation in mourning the loss of Highlife music icon, Mike Ejeagha, who passed away at the age of 95.”

ANIOMA STATE BILL: Senate Schedules Public Hearing for July 4-5 in Uyo ANIOMA STATE BILL: Senate Schedules Public Hearing for July 4-5 in Uyo The Nigerian Senate has announced a public hearing on the proposed creation of Anioma State, scheduled for July 4-5, 2025, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. This development comes after the bill,Continue reading “ANIOMA STATE BILL: Senate Schedules Public Hearing for July 4-5 in Uyo”

Farewell to a Legend: Sir Mike Ejeagha Farewell to a Legend: Sir Mike Ejeagha The curtain has fallen on a true cultural icon—Sir Mike Ejeagha, the legendary folklorist, storyteller, and music maestro whose voice shaped generations. Your wisdom-laden songs, deep proverbs, and unforgettable tunes will forever echo through the soul of Igbo culture. Rest well,Continue reading “Farewell to a Legend: Sir Mike Ejeagha”

Here are the tribes whose traditional attires goes with the Akpu agu hat with traceable connection with the Igbo race. The yaribas, bini’s and Ijaws of Bayelsa State keep attacking the Igbo “Okpu Agu” hat, a cap that defines us all as Igbos, a symbolic traditional hat worn by all those who have affinity withContinue reading “Here are the tribes whose traditional attires goes with the Akpu agu hat with traceable connection with the Igbo race.”

WE THE PEOPLE ARE THE VOICE OF THE WORLD: WE THE PEOPLE ARE THE VOICE OF THE WORLD: It was around this time in 2013 when NAACP Iowa/Nebraska Youth & College Division members challenged the school board when the idea of making Dr. Martin Luther King’s day of observance a snow day! Young Black teenagersContinue reading “WE THE PEOPLE ARE THE VOICE OF THE WORLD:”

Igboukwu Bronze Igboukwu Bronze No artefact holds as much fascination for me as this famous pot which is the most elegant of all the bronze work from Igboukwu. I love it so much that I have its image emblazoned on my favourite shirt. I love the muffled opulence of it; the intricate patterns, the sublimeContinue reading “Igboukwu Bronze”