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The Dan transitioned from a collection of independent villages to a cohesive group during the 19th century. This transformation was shaped by their interactions with nearby kingdoms, including those of Mali. However, limited oral and written records leave much of their early history shrouded in mystery. During the colonial period, their lands were influenced by external powers, which disrupted traditional …
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View ProverbsEbonyi State
Ebonyi State is an important cultural hub in Igboland, known for its rich agricultural heritage, particularly in rice and yam cultivation, which are staples in Igbo society.
The state is home to significant Igbo towns such as Abakaliki, which has historically been a center for …
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Mmụọ ma ọ bụ chi nke mmadụ ma ọ bụ obodo ji eme ofo na omenala, nke a na-asọpụrụ site n’ịlụ àjà, emume, na arụmọrụ.
A deity or spiritual force in Igbo traditional religion, often associated with a community, family, or natural force, and honored through sacrifices, rituals, and festivals.
View WordsFeb. 13, 2018
Akwaeke Emezi Publishes Her Debut Novel, "Freshwater"
On Feb 13th 2018, Abia native Akwaeke Emezi (Jun 6th 1987) published her debut novel "Freshwater." She is would also publish a New York Times bestseller in 2020 "The Death of Vivek Oji." She is known for her fantastical style as well as LGBTQ themes.
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