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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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Police in Nigeria say at least 67 people have died after three stampedes within days of each other. On Saturday, 32 people were killed, including at least four children, during Christmas charity events as crowds surged forward while food was being handed out. Of those killed, 22 died in the town of Okija, in the southeastern state of Anambra, after a philanthropist organised an event to distribute food, local police spokesman Tochukwu Ikenga said. Ten others died in the capital, Abuja, during a similar event organised by a local church.

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Anambra Police Arrest Six for Exploiting Sick Individuals for Alms Begging

A disturbing incident unfolded in Anambra as six individuals were arrested for exploiting the sick for alms begging.

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Graduate With A Vision, Not Just CV

Graduate with a vision, not just CV. These are not just words of motivation, but a truth that Nigerian youths must begin to embrace wholeheartedly. In a society where millions graduate every year and only a fraction find jobs, the need for a mindset shift is urgent. The story of Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma, the founder of Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company, stands as a powerful reminder that…

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Anambra 2025: Soludo Confident Of Re-election, Says No Strong Opponent

Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has dismissed any serious competition ahead of the November 8, 2025, governorship election in the state. Soludo declared that he had not seen any worthy challenger. He said there is a general agreement among Anambra people that his party, the All Progressives Grand Alliance, has delivered good governance and deserves another term. He stated this during…

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10 people dead as 40-foot truck rams into residential building in Anambra

10 people dead as 40-foot truck rams into residential building in Anambra At least 10 people have died lost after a 40-foot truck filled with cement lost control and rammed onto a residential building at Area Command Bus Stop in Nnewi, Anambra State. This was revealed via a statement by the state’s police spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga on Sunday, February 16. Ikenga noted that among the victims,…

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Anambra Govt Allegedly Issues Arrest Of Women Without Bra, Pants In Public

Anambra Govt Allegedly Issues Arrest Of Women Without Bra, Pants In Public

The Anambra State government has allegedly announced that any woman seen in public without wearing pants or bra under their dresses would be arrested. The announcement was made by an official of the state’s security outfit. In a now trending video on social media, the announcer was seen in a security vehicle with a loud speaker on the street. Speaking in Igbo, the announcer stated that the…

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Anambra native doctor Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki has been arrested to demonstrate the effectiveness of the money rituals he is accused of performing

A well-known native doctor in Anambra, Akwa Okuko Tiawara Aki, has been arrested to demonstrate the effectiveness of the money rituals he has been conducting. A video circulating online features Akwa Okuko denying that he ever performed the “Okeite” rituals, which are reportedly banned by the Anambra State government following the new regulations. In the video, government officials can be heard…

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From Hospitality To Horror: Anambra Hotel Demolished After Discovery Of 30 Graves, Shrine, Ammunition, Others

The Anambra State security outfit, ‘Operation Udo Ga-Achi’ which was codenamed ‘Agunechemba’ has demolished Udoka Golden Point Hotel and Suites, aka “La Cruise Hotel” along Onitsha-Owerri Road. According to the outfit, the hotel served as a den of kidnappers and hideout for other criminals. A statement by the Anambra State New Media, shared on X late Saturday night, revealed that the hotel has…

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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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Yuletide: Travellers Lament Exorbitant Fare

Yuletide: Travellers lament exorbitant fare as price of flight tickets soars Yuletide is here again and many are already planning for travels. With just a few days to Christmas, flight tickets to Southeast and other parts of Nigeria have hit the skies. Various checks on and visits to the websites of Air Peace, United Nigeria Airline, Ibom Air, Arik Air and Aero Contractors indicated that airfare…

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Anambra Bans Students’ Phone Use In School

Secondary school principals and teachers in Anambra State have been authorised to confiscate mobile phones brought to school by students. This is to curb distractions and enhance academic performance. Prof. Nkechi Ikediugwu, Chairman, Post Primary Schools Service Commission, Anambra State, gave the directive in her address at the Anambra Schools’ Cultural Day celebration on Friday in…

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Anambra Conducts  First LG Elections In 11 Years

Amid controversy, the Anambra State electorate will on Saturday, September 28, head to the polls to elect their Local Government executives for the first time since 2013. The last election, held during former Governor Peter Obi’s administration, has left the state without elected local officials for over a decade. Successive administrations, including the tenure of Governor Willie Obiano, relied…

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Anambra Govt to Launch Citizens Engagement Platform SolutionLens February 25

Anambra Govt to Launch Citizens Engagement Platform SolutionLens February 25 Anambra State Government, through the Ministry of Budget & Economic Planning, in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and the Anambra State ICT Agency, is set to train representatives from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) on the SolutionLens Platform ahead of its official launch. The…

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