Since His Imperial Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, launched one of his innovative projects, the “change of watch in the palace’, also known as “Ghigho Agghofen”, in …
Festivals
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Traditional festivals
Importance of New Yam Festival -IRI JI OHURU in Igboland
by Rex Clarkeby Rex ClarkeThe celebration of the new yam crop stretches back millennia and is observed in various ways by various groups in West Africa. The article will take a deep look at …
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The Itsekiris, a tribe in southern Nigeria’s southwest Niger Delta, are a monocultural group with a long, rich cultural history. The Itsekiri are a well-known tribe for their elegance and …
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The yearly coronation has become an annual ritual for the Itsekiri people to honour their revered kings. Therefore, the first coronation of the kingdom’s youngest monarch to the throne was …
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Uncover the fascinating culture and history of the Itsekiri people. From their origins to modern-day traditions, learn about what makes the Itsekiri community unique.
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The marital institution is changing. As a society, religious weddings are fast becoming the preferred option for marriage rites to unite a man and a woman in matrimony. In addition, …
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Since the 15th Century, the Okere people have celebrated the Okere Juju, also known as the Awnakere Festival. The Okere people are an Itsekiri tribe from Delta State’s Warri, South …
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Traditional dance forms include local traditions linked to local people, customs, or beliefs. Traditional dance forms vary. According to conventional Sub-Saharan African ideas, dance is a fundamental depiction of rhythm, …