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Kingdom of Nri
The Nri people of Igbo land have a creation myth which is one of the many creation myths that exist in various parts of Igbo land. The Nri and Aguleri people are in the territory of the Umueri clan who trace their lineages back to the patriarchal king-figure Eri.Eri's origins are unclear, though he has been described as a "sky being" sent by Chukwu (God). He has been characterized as having first given societal order to the people of Anambra. The historian Elizabeth Allo Isichei says "Nri and Aguleri and part of the Umueri clan, [are] a cluster of Igbo village groups which traces its origins to a sky being called Eri."
Archaeological evidence suggests that Nri influence in Igboland may go back as far as the 9th century, and royal burials at the Igbo-Ukwu sites have been unearthed dating to at least the 10th century. Eri, the god-like founder of Nri, is believed to have settled the region around 948 with other related Igbo cultures following after in the 13th century. The first Eze Nri (King of Nri) Ìfikuánim followed directly after him. According to Igbo oral tradition, his reign started in 1043. At least one historian puts Ìfikuánim's reign much later, around 1225 AD:
Each king traces his origin back to the founding ancestor, Eri. Each king is a ritual reproduction of Eri. The initiation rite of a new king shows that the ritual process of becoming Eze Nri (Nri priest-king) follows closely the path traced by the hero in establishing the Nri kingdom.
An Igbo man with facial scarifications, known as ichi, early 20th century
The Kingdom of Nri was a religio-polity, a sort of theocratic state, that developed in the central heartland of the Igbo region. The Nri had seven types of taboos which included human (such as the birth of twins), animal (such as killing or eating of pythons), object, temporal, behavioral, speech and place taboos. The rules regarding these taboos were used to educate and govern Nri's subjects. This meant that, while certain Igbo may have lived under different formal administration, all followers of the Igbo religion had to abide by the rules of the faith and obey its representative on earth, the Eze Nri
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Woman Nabbed For Selling Three-Month-Old Grandson For N50,000 In Anambra Written by Kelechi Ofor
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JAMB Result Controversy: Innoson withdraws N3m scholarship offer from Mmesoma
Our reporter/ Innoson Vehicles on Saturday announced the withdrawal of the N3m scholarship offer to Mmesoma Ejikeme following the conclusion of a probe into a results forgery claim against her by the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
Ejikeme claimed to have scored 362 which would have put her at the top of the year’s best-performing candidates.
In celebration of the supposed feat,…
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15 feared dead in Anambra fatal crash
About 15 persons were feared dead, Saturday, after five vehicles collided at Umunya, Oyi Local Government Area, Anambra State.
The fatal crash which occured at about 12.40pm at Odumodu junction by Nteje-Awka expressway, involved four commercial vehicles and one private car with registration numbers – ENU 32 XD, LSD 339 XA, KSF 646 BZ, BAU 305 ZE, and ABN 64 JA.
According to an eyewitness, Mr Uche…
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Police Provide Updates On Attack On US Embassy Staff In Anambra State
The Nigerian Police has provided further updates regarding the attack on US embassy staff in Anambra State, shedding light on the tragic incident that occurred in Ogbaru Local Government Area on Tuesday.
Naija News had earlier reported that four persons lost their lives in the attack.
The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ikenga Tochukwu revealed that among the victims were two policemen and…
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We have no information about the basis of his arrest - Gov Soludo issues official statement about Chude’s arrest. Mr. Chude was reportedly whisked away from the collation center in Anambra state by Police officers. He is being charged for cyber crimes. #anambra #charlessoludo #nnamdichude #mycelebrityandi https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp_DDSvLNhb/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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Tinubu's Son Takes Chieftaincy Title In Anambra [Photos]
Seyi Tinubu, a son to Bola Tinubu who is running for president in the All Progressives Congress (APC), has been given a chieftaincy title in the state of Anambra.The Mbaukwu kingdom’s traditional monarch, Igwe Peter Anukwui, bestowed the title of “Nwannedinamba” to Seyi.On January 24, 2023, a ceremony was held in the state’s Awka South Local Government Area.In his remarks, Seyi thanked the…
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Igbo-Ukwu Archaeology
Glass production: Igbo-Ukwu has one of the oldest glass productions in West Africa. The archeology of Igbo-Ukwu had over 600 prestige objects including complex cast copper-alloy sculptures and more than 165,000 glass and carnelian beads. The most common glass among the 138 analytical results for Igbo-Ukwu beads is soda-lime glass produced using plant ash.Glass beads from Igbo-Ukwu
Igbo-Ukwu is a historically significant archaeological site located in southeastern Nigeria, in what is now Anambra State. The site is renowned for its remarkable discoveries of ancient artifacts that date back to the 9th and 10th centuries AD. The archaeological findings at Igbo-Ukwu have provided valuable insights into the early history and cultural achievements of the Igbo people and their interactions with other civilizations in the region. The artifacts may be associated with the traditional Kingdom of Nri and its priest-king, the Eze Nri.
The significance of Igbo-Ukwu lies in the following aspects: Sophisticated Artifacts: The excavations at Igbo-Ukwu revealed a collection of highly sophisticated and elaborately crafted artifacts, including intricately designed bronze, copper, and iron objects. These artifacts demonstrate the advanced metallurgical skills of the ancient Igbo people and their ability to work with various metals.
The Igbo-Ukwu artifacts predate certain other well-known Nigerian bronze sculpture traditions such as those of Ife and the Benin Kingdom and have contributed to our understanding of the development of metallurgical techniques in Africa.
Cultural Exchange and Trade: The presence of exotic materials like glass beads and imported ceramics at the Igbo-Ukwu site suggests that the people of Igbo-Ukwu were engaged in trade and had connections with other cultures and civilizations, both within and outside of Africa.
Evidence of Social Complexity: The intricate and finely crafted artifacts found at Igbo-Ukwu suggest the existence of a sophisticated and socially complex society. The level of craftsmanship and the variety of artifacts indicate the presence of skilled artisans and a hierarchical social structure.
Influence on Igbo Art and Culture: The artifacts discovered at Igbo-Ukwu have had a profound impact on the understanding and appreciation of Igbo art and culture. They have inspired contemporary Igbo artists and craftsmen and contributed to a sense of cultural identity and heritage.
Recognition of African Achievements: The discoveries at Igbo-Ukwu challenged the outdated notion of Africa as a continent with no significant history or cultural achievements. The site's findings have demonstrated the richness and complexity of ancient African civilizations. The archaeological site of Igbo-Ukwu was first discovered in 1939 when a group of villagers accidentally came across the artifacts while digging a trench. Subsequent excavations conducted in the 1950s and 1970s uncovered a wealth of cultural treasures. The Igbo-Ukwu artifacts are now housed in various museums, including the Nigerian National Museum in Lagos.
Overall, Igbo-Ukwu remains a vital archaeological site that continues to contribute to our understanding of ancient African civilizations and their contributions to human history. 9th Century Igbo-Ukwu face pendantDouble egg pendant, leaded bronze, 9th-10th century, unearthed in Igbo Ukwu, AnambraBronze ornamental staff head, 9th century, Igbo-Ukwu
Glass production: Igbo-Ukwu has one of the oldest glass productions in West Africa. The archeology of Igbo-Ukwu had over 600 prestige objects including complex cast copper-alloy sculptures and more than 165,000 glass and carnelian beads. The most common glass among the 138 analytical results for Igbo-Ukwu beads is soda-lime glass produced using plant ash.
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Anambra Pastor Burried In Bush For Committing Suicide After Lover Jilted Him Written by Kelechi Ofor
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Gunmen allegedly attack Anambra hospital, snatch four babies
Gunmen allegedly attack Anambra hospital, snatch four babies
Gunmen have allegedly attacked a maternity hospital in Nkpologwu, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State, taking four newborn babies during the attack.
A source from the community said the incident happened on Tuesday night and was only made known to members of the community on Wednesday morning.
“It happened in our community, and people have been discussing it since Wednesday morning.…
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Soludo Meets Italian Ambassador, Nigeria's Apostolic Nuncio Woos Italy on Strategic Partnership
Soludo Meets Italian Ambassador, Nigeria’s Apostolic Nuncio Woos Italy on Strategic Partnership
By Adetokunbo Fakeye
Nigeria – Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has expressed commitment to fostering strategic partnerships with the potentials of throwing open, the flood gates of development into the state.
Governor Soludo, according to his Press Secretary Christian Aburime made this statement while welcoming the Italian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Stefano De Leo and the Apostolic…
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