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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 colonial rule and were hubs for trade and culture. Imo is famous for its contribution …
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Phillip Emeagwali wins the 1989 Gordon Bell Prize For Supercomputing Research
Phillip Emeagwali (Aug 23rd, 1954) was born in Akure to Igbo parents. The Biafran War made his family into internal refugees. He ended up in London for part of his education. The Gordon Bell Prize is similar to the Nobel Prize in terms of prestige. …
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The Bassa are closely connected to the Kru people, who have farmed in the forests of Liberia for centuries. Their livelihoods center around staple crops like cassava, yam, sorghum, and rice. Despite external influences, they have maintained distinct traditions in religion, politics, and culture.
Prominent …
nkụ nọ na mba na-eghere ha nri
firewood of the land is what cooks the food
what exists within a land sustains its people
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