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Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 7:53pm On Sep 07, 2013
Mrs.Chima:


You wouldn't piss on him if he was on fire huh? grin

lol

I don't hate him now, but I don't care for him either.
im sure the feeling is mutual which is fine by me.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by MrsChima(f): 7:56pm On Sep 07, 2013
*Kails*:


lol.

he does not have a job at all.
what he does is self project.

remember when I said that he slayed himself and did not even know it?

remember when he posted this? lol



I mean seriously the guy is daft as hell.
I said we are mixed and his own source validates that it's RARE to be able to pin point one's ancestry to one tribe.

Stuff like this is why I throw my hands in the air and say, "im done".

if I don't answer I am running or avoiding.
I don't have time to talk to a brick wall.

all I am doing is reading and saving info. and my presence alone bothers him.
he can't even resist talking to me.

What's bleeped up is he got slayed by "dumb" bishes on welfare with five baby daddies. grin

You remember Fagstranger? At least that nigga had more intelligence than BigFool and Ezizdummy combined but he was roasted like a fat pig fucking with us! grin
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 7:59pm On Sep 07, 2013
Mrs.Chima:


What's bleeped up is he got slayed by "dumb" bishes on welfare with five baby daddies. grin

YUP!!

I BEEZE CHIKIN HEAD.

I GOTZ TENTY TOO KIDS FROM 18 BABEH DADDAYS!!

I LIVEZ IN SEKSHUN 8 HOUSING AND CAN'T AFFORD FUUD BUT CAN AFFORD TO BUY BRA SILIAN WEEEEVE.


looool!! grin
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 7:59pm On Sep 07, 2013
now watch the mugu come on here and pretend my sarcasm is truth. grin

Viewing this topic: Ashrifia(f), Mrs.Chima(f), *Kails* and 3 guest(s)

lol.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by MrsChima(f): 8:00pm On Sep 07, 2013
*Kails*:


YUP!!

I BEEZE CHIKIN HEAD.

I GOTZ TENTY TOO KIDS FROM 18 BABEH DADDAYS!!

I LIVEZ IN SEKSHUN 8 HOUSING AND CAN'T AFFORD FUUD BUT CAN AFFORD TO BUY BRA SILIAN WEEEEVE.




looool!! grin

Gurlllll imma wait on my chile support fur my wig! I got 8 chirrens to feed and I don't get my stamps until the 22nd!

Gurllll my baby daddy number 4 is tripping! He want cookies and milk talking about he is hard!

Girrrl I think I am pregnant again with baby number 9 and I don't even know who is the daddy!
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:03pm On Sep 07, 2013
kwame tut: Louisiana slave population.
SHOWS BOTH BANTUS AND MANDES DOMINATED.


www.nairaland.com/attachments/1288452_Louisianaspanishera_jpg1b7f00d0504ce4b5189939080fee04cf

interesting.

now this accounts for the ones who were not Haitian in origin (I am assuming).
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Abagworo(m): 8:03pm On Sep 07, 2013
When you watch a lot of AA movies, you'll discover a societal value system similar in most aspect to that of Igbos. I think a lot needs to be looked into with regards to the culture of the various groups said to consist the AA original population . The Yorubas for one believe in kingship and royalty which Igbos lack. Igbos believe in personal achievements and hustling to acquire wealth. I see that in AA culture. Yorubas do believe that respect comes with the way you greet like bowing to an elder while in Igbo culture you shake hands. I also see that culture of shaking hands among AAs.

Then finally this question is for AAs.

The settlement pattern of Yorubas is usually in clusters which includes several generations while Igbos is in a loose kinship settlement that does not necessarily require living in same area. However a communication is maintained with the original initial settlement. How do the AAs settle?

NB. I used Igbo and Yoruba because I know the 2 groups and not for anything else. I would like to know the way of life of other African groups like the Kikuyus, Zulus, Mbembes, Gullas, Ashantis, Fons, Massai,

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Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:04pm On Sep 07, 2013
@ chima I saw your updated post
Ugh!!! girl don't ever mention that name to me again! lool
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:05pm On Sep 07, 2013
@abagworo

shaking hands is something we were taught to do by Europeans.
It's kind of like "sealing a deal" but became a common form of greeting.

AAs tend to grasp hands and then embrace (hug).

I think they is something they inherited from Africa...not sure.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:08pm On Sep 07, 2013
Abagworo: The settlement pattern of Yorubas is usually in clusters which includes several generations while Igbos is in a loose kinship settlement that does not necessarily require living in same area. However a communication is maintained with the original initial settlement. How do the AAs settle?

AAs in the SOUTH tend to settle.

You can go to southern states and see entire counties where everyone is both directly and indirectly related. Some have homes/houses that have been in the family for generations with up to 4 different generations living in the same house or community lol grin.

Of course those who have personal wants or ambitions will leave the town, state or even country but AAs (esp. southerners) for the most part value family and being around family esp. during holiday seasons.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by MrsChima(f): 8:08pm On Sep 07, 2013
*Kails*:
@ chima I saw your updated post
Ugh!!! girl don't ever mention that name to me again! lool

Lol. That's Shyone's boo. grin
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:09pm On Sep 07, 2013
Mrs.Chima:


Lol. That's Shyone's boo. grin

I wonder how she is doing? smiley
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:11pm On Sep 07, 2013
lol a AA family reunion in the south looks like the million man march!! grin grin

[img]http://1.bp..com/-na3xnbVur4Y/TZDuvyc_EzI/AAAAAAAABEA/teFZBgNM7W4/s1600/The_million_man_march.jpg[/img]

lol. nothing is funnier than seeing a bunch of AAs @ a family gathering!

"Boy you dun grown up! Last time I saw you, you were the size of a grasshopper"

"im your 4th cousin, Rose" grin
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by MrsChima(f): 8:21pm On Sep 07, 2013
*Kails*:


AAs in the SOUTH tend to settle.

You can go to southern states and see entire counties where everyone is both directly and indirectly related. Some have homes/houses that have been in the family for generations with up to 4 different generations living in the same house or community lol grin.

Of course those who have personal wants or ambitions will leave the town, state or even country but AAs (esp. southerners) for the most part value family and being around family esp. during holiday seasons.


That goes back to what I was saying about Yorubas being the most educated in terms of their culture and how they thrive to preserve their heritage by educating their tribe both institutionally and culturally.

Primarily, Igbos are travelers and more likely to not choose an educational journey if an opportunity to rise in business and wealth.

Southern BAs are like Yoruba whereas Northern Bas are like Igbo.

Great point sis.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:21pm On Sep 07, 2013
*Kails*:
@abagworo

shaking hands is something we were taught to do by Europeans.
It's kind of like "sealing a deal" but became a common form of greeting.

AAs tend to grasp hands and then embrace (hug).

I think they is something they inherited from Africa...not sure.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1H-ZV5cnpW8
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by MrsChima(f): 8:23pm On Sep 07, 2013
*Kails*:


I wonder how she is doing? smiley

She comes on NL but doesn't post. I have seen her name on the viewing list several times.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:23pm On Sep 07, 2013
Mrs.Chima:


That goes back to what I was saying about Yorubas being the most educated in terms of their culture and how they thrive to preserve their heritage by educating their tribe both institutionally and culturally.

Primarily, Igbos are travelers and more likely to not choose an educational journey if an opportunity to rise in business and wealth.

Southern BAs are like Yoruba whereas Northern Bas are like Igbo.

Great point sis.

true.

Northern and Western AAs when separated from the south tend to adopt the "always on the grind" mentality. They will hustle (by any means) to survive, while those in the south may do the same but they have a strong family root and tend not to "want for nothing" as long as the family has their back.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:24pm On Sep 07, 2013
Mrs.Chima:


She comes on NL but doesn't post. I have seen her name on the viewing list several times.

interesting. I remember her thread about the printer. grin
she got mad cause we were laughing. lol
I miss her tho
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by MrsChima(f): 8:26pm On Sep 07, 2013
*Kails*:



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1H-ZV5cnpW8

I have seen BAs just hug no handshakes.

My peeps and friends just kiss and hug.

Only in professional settings, I would handshake.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:29pm On Sep 07, 2013
Mrs.Chima:


I have seen BAs just hug no handshakes.

My peeps and friends just kiss and hug.

Only in professional settings, I would handshake.

yeah I mean it varies,
but what they did in the video is most common.

African American women tend to wave and hug minus the hand shake.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by MrsChima(f): 8:33pm On Sep 07, 2013
*Kails*:


interesting. I remember her thread about the printer. grin
she got mad cause we were laughing. lol
I miss her tho

We didn't laugh to be malicious but we laughed at the asking price.

We are dealing with recessions and failed companies..I was wondering who would pay 80k for an ancient printer ftom Germany.

She took it personally and threw a bish fit. It was a genuine question given the fact she was advertising on a forum with mostly Nigerians and the printer came from the Nigerian guy she met online.

It looked though he wasn't sucessful in selling the printer in Nigeria.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Jayvarley(m): 8:33pm On Sep 07, 2013
Adamskuty: what's AKAN,my zulu slave?

Dont forget our meeting by 2pm (nigerian time)


Yes it can not be denied that there is a strong AKAN influence in Jamaica Especially among the Maroons, who still hold on to many Ghanaian traditions such as naming children by the day of the week that they were born.


However I have to say that linguistically the Jamaican population have MORE USAGE OF IGBO WORDS INTACT

Though in places like Nanny Town, the descendants of the Maroons speak a dialect called "Kromanti" derived from KUMASI in Ghana

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Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by MrsChima(f): 8:34pm On Sep 07, 2013
*Kails*:


yeah I mean it varies,
but what they did in the video is most common.

African American women tend to wave and hug minus the hand shake.

True.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by MrsChima(f): 8:37pm On Sep 07, 2013
*Kails*:


true.

Northern and Western AAs when separated from the south tend to adopt the "always on the grind" mentality. They will hustle (by any means) to survive, while those in the south may do the same but they have a strong family root and tend not to "want for nothing" as long as the family has their back.

Exactly. I have noticed though families in the south are always doing something with family versus families in the north whereas if Shanice need a babysitter, she has to hire a stranger because grandmomma is 32 and clubbing.

Big fool...this is how you have a sane and intellectual discussion. wink
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:39pm On Sep 07, 2013
Jayvarley:


Yes it can not be denied that there is a strong AKAN influence in Jamaica Especially among the Maroons, who still hold on to many Ghanaian traditions such as naming children by the day of the week that they were born.


However I have to say that linguistically the Jamaican population have MORE USAGE OF IGBO WORDS INTACT

Though in places like Nanny Town, the descendants of the Maroons speak a dialect called "Kromanti" derived from KUMASI in Ghana


All Maroon town are different. For example Scotts Hall Maroons speak Twi.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:40pm On Sep 07, 2013

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7tyFxHk5SI

@7:51 and 9:27

I love this! I am from Ghana but I was born and brought up in London England. My family are Akans and speak twi. I have a friend from jamica and I'm always telling him that he is African and telling him about our joint history and how he needs to go to africa. I've always wanted to visit te island but now I just want to see and hear more about the maroons Akosua (Akan name)
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:41pm On Sep 07, 2013
so when I say we are mutts,
I am not asking ANYBODY. It's fact.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Jayvarley(m): 8:47pm On Sep 07, 2013
*Kails*:
so when I say we are mutts,
I am not asking ANYBODY. It's fact.


Of course you are correct. If you move Millions of People from different Tribes and Ethnicities and place them together there will be Genetic crossover.


Have a look at this link which confirms just that.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N94w1eZIshk

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Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:51pm On Sep 07, 2013

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBKoDaR12UQ

Kromanti

you can hear it @ 3:22

Jamaican patois is pretty recent.
it was a way for the different maroons to speak.
their version of patois is much more different from a kingstonians
and we call it "old time patois". some kingstonians have a hard time understanding
some words phrases in "old time patois".

going to the country sides is like going back in time which is neat,
you get a glimpse of how our ancestors spoke and interacted.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 8:59pm On Sep 07, 2013
Jayvarley:


Of course you are correct. If you move Millions of People from different Tribes and Ethnicities and place them together there will be Genetic crossover.


Have a look at this link which confirms just that.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N94w1eZIshk

interesting.
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by Nobody: 9:04pm On Sep 07, 2013
@jay.
some of our cultural heritage is not even African.
The Maroons were taught how to jerk by the Taino Indians.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8FwLM55f9c

I always thought it was the Maroons themselves who invented it.
In fact the maroons and the tainos also created the taino jerk sauce. smiley
Re: Nigerian (igbo) & African American by bigfrancis21: 9:08pm On Sep 07, 2013
*Kails*:


lol.

he does not have a job at all.
what he does is self project his sad life on others..anyone can go through my post history
and see that though I frequent nl often....i don't LIVE on here.

remember when I said that he slayed himself and did not even know it?

remember when he posted this? lol




I mean seriously the guy is daft as hell.
I said we are mixed and his own source validates that it's RARE to be able to pin point one's ancestry to one tribe.

Stuff like this is why I throw my hands in the air and say, "im done".

if I don't answer I am "running" or "avoiding".
I don't have time to talk to a brick wall.

all I am doing is reading and saving info. and my presence alone bothers him.
he can't even resist talking to me.

Geez! Troll is so dumb. Haba! Now let me show you why I made that statement. Your lack of reading comprehension skills is baffling. Geez!

ATLANTA'S MAYOR KASEEM REED OF IGBO DESCENT

In addition to the Kings and Garveys, African Ancestry.com revealed the roots of Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed, who shares ancestry with the Igbo people of Nigeria, and Dr. Carlton Brown, president of Clark Atlanta University, who shares ancestry with the Yoruba and Fulani people of Nigeria.

http://www.africanancestry.com/blog/category/partners/

@Bold...you see that? Mr. Reed's ancestry was traced only to one tribe(Igbo) while at the same time Dr. Carlton Brown's result popped up with two different ancestries or shared ancestries while Mr. Reed's own pointed to a full Igbo ancestry. I mean, that's a rare phenomenon! cheesy

That explains my statement!

Troll Dumdum, Now read my lips carefully: Due to several generations of admixture between several tribes, its usually very rare to have an AA do DNA testing and have his ancestry pointed to full ancestry of a people. To explain this phenomenon it then means that his Igbo DNA and genes had been passed down from generations to generations purely without tainting. Meaning that there must have been a substantial Igbo population among black americans to support this rare natural genetic phenomenon.

Wow! cheesy

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