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Prominent sculptor and artist Benedict (Ben) Enwonwu's sculpture 'Anyanwu' of Igbo earth goddess Ani is presented to the United Nations signifying the ascent of Nigeria as a country free of British rule. The sculpture ented the UN's Collection and is currently placed between the Security Council and Trusteeship Council. The sculpture of Ani features a rising as saluting figure, signifying a connection to Chukwu.
Establishing Ibeto Petrochemical Industries, on Oct 2nd 1996, Cletus Ibeto (Nov 6th 1952) added to the manufacturing landscape of Nnewi, Anambra State. Starting as a spare parts dealer, he built a variety of businesses. To …
ndị o bula na-akpara nku nọ n’ụlọ be ha, o na-eghere ha nri
people who work diligently within their own space, community, or means will be sustained
The Efik number about 1 million. They live in Cross River State, Akwa Ibom State, and parts of Cameroon. For most Nigerians, the Efik are usually associated with Calabar culture (where Calabar is the capital …
The Dinka, numbering around 4.5 milliion, live in South Sudan. They trace their origins to the Nile Valley, where they have lived for centuries, developing a close relationship with the region's rivers and plains. Challenges …