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Modern-day Nnewi was the seat of the old Nnewi Kingdom, an Igbo kingdom that began in the 15th century. It was made up of four quarters: Otolo, Uruagu, Umudim, and Nnewichi. The people trace their origin to Mmaku and his descendants, though some traditions link them to an Eze Nri lineage. Otolo held the main political power, even though each …
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The Chagga live on the fertile slopes of Tanzania's Mount Kilimanjaro. The approximately 5 million of thier society have cultivated those lands for generations.
They are primarily know for thier leadership structure. Leadership in their society was historically organized through chieftaincies, where chiefs acted more as …
Aug. 28, 1841
British Signs Treaty with Kingdom of Aboh
On this day, British Captain Trotter signed a treaty with Obi Osai of the Kingdom of Aboh. The kingdom, located in the upper part of the Niger Delta, was home to some of the region’s largest settlements. The treaty established commercial rights and banned slavery. …
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heavy rain during June (rainy season) is not a surprise
some things are expected and should not be a surprise
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