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Soninke

The roughly 2 million Soninke largely reside in Mali, with modest numbers in Senegal, Mauritania, and The Gambia. They are largely Muslim and were among the earliest West African groups to convert to Islam in the 10th century.

The Soninke founded the ancient Ghana Empire …

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Geography

Imo State

Imo State is one of the most culturally rich regions in Igboland, home to significant traditional Igbo kingdoms such as the Owerri and Ngwa peoples.

The state is also known for its historical sites, including Oru and Okigwe, which were central to Igbo resistance against …

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History

Jul. 20, 1927

Birth of F. C. Ogbalu, father of modern Igbo language and culture

F. C. Ogbalu’s birth marked the beginning of a life devoted to preserving and standardizing the Igbo language. Through his founding of the Society for Promoting Igbo Language and Culture, he laid the foundation for Igbo literacy, education, and cultural revival in postcolonial Nigeria.

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