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Proverb

Ụdu mmiri ọnwa isiịị abụghịkwa ihe mberede.

heavy rain during June (rainy season) is not a surprise

some things are expected and should not be a surprise

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History

Mar. 31, 1797

Former Slave, Olaudah Equiano, Dies Aged 52

Olaudah Equiano, born in the village of Essaka, Igboland was kidnapped and enslaved in England. He won his freedom, fought for the freedom of others. He published his memoir "The Interesting Narrative and Life of Olaudah Equiano" in 1789.

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Geography

Enugu State

Enugu State, often called the Coal City State, is historically significant to the Igbo due to its role in the colonial economy, particularly with the discovery of coal in the early 20th century, which helped fuel the industrialization of Nigeria.

Enugu City, the state capital, …

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