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bokohalal:
The primary advantage of early encounter with Europeans was in the area of trade and warfare. The natives monopolized the distribution of European goods into the interior and had the firepower to back it up and to expand her borders.
Modern Igbo bead fashion is Edo-influenced.
Nsibidi is from Akwa-Ibom
Two tie wrapper with George material is from Itsekiri and Urhobo.
Many Igbo groups have adopted the Bini traditional system of government. Some even bear the ADA!

Nsibidi is from the Ejaghams which the Cross River region shared with Igbos.
George wrapper is from India imported by Britian,it doesn't belong to anybody. Two tie wrapper is not Ijaw or Urhobo,that is not how they dress traditionally back in the day.
Igbos had Akwa ocha and Akwaete way before George,there are more textiles in igboland if more researches are made. Igbos have laid dowm principles when it comes to double and single wrapper which other groups have copied. Sorry!
When you talk about Igbo leadership, you are well aware of Nri Leadership way before the rise of Benin kingdom. So that is irrelevant. The Modern Igbo kings are colonial establishments not Edo. Besides, Igbo don't subscribe to any type of kingship as you are implying.
Ada is an Igbo name.

Ihuomadinihu:
Nsibidi is from the Ejaghams which the Cross River region shared with Igbos.
George wrapper is from India imported by Britian,it doesn't belong to anybody. Two tie wrapper is not Ijaw or Urhobo,that is not how they dress traditionally back in the day.
Igbos had Akwa ocha and Akwaete way before George,there are more textiles in igboland if more researches are made. Igbos have laid dowm principles when it comes to double and single wrapper which other groups have copied. Sorry!
When you talk about Igbo leadership, you are well aware of Nri Leadership way before the rise of Benin kingdom. So that is irrelevant. The Modern Igbo kings are colonial establishments not Edo. Besides, Igbo don't subscribe to any type of kingship as you are implying.
Ada is an Igbo name.

The kind of comment that make people give up on Igbos. There is no doubt that many of you are irredeemable chest beaters.
Igbos traditionally tied a thin beaded string on the forehead. Edos adorn the head and everywhere else with beads.
Doubt if Onitsha Kingship is a colonial establishment.
ADA ( scimitar ) is a symbol of Edo traditional authority.
If you will not call string bead on your head Edo why would you call two tie wrapper Igbo when others wear it like that?

bokohalal:
The kind of comment that make people give up on Igbos. There is no doubt that many of you are irredeemable chest beaters.
Igbos traditionally tied a thin beaded string on the forehead. Edos adorn the head and everywhere else with beads.
Doubt if Onitsha Kingship is a colonial establishment.
ADA ( scimitar ) is a symbol of Edo traditional authority.
If you will not call string bead on your head Edo why would you call two tie wrapper Igbo when others wear it like that?

There is nothing like Chest beating here. Both Igbo and Edo wear beads differently. Beads don't belong to Edo neither does it belong to Igbos. Along with Beads, igbo wear other accessories on their hair while Edo are known for a distinct stylized coiffteur: the Eto Okuku.
Ada is as old as the igbo people,it's not a symbol,it is a name. Na wa!
As for dressing, pls research on the true Efik, Igbo and Edo dressing and see who historically borrowed from the other.
Onitsha or no Ontisha, Igbo Kingship predates Benin kingship. EOD.

Ihuomadinihu:
There is nothing like Chest beating here. Both Igbo and Edo wear beads differently. Beads don't belong to Edo neither does it belong to Igbos. Along with Beads, igbo wear other accessories on their hair while Edo are known for a distinct stylized coiffteur: the Eto Okuku.
Ada is as old as the igbo people,it's not a symbol,it is a name. Na wa!
As for dressing, pls research on the true Efik, Igbo and Edo dressing and see who historically borrowed from the other.
Onitsha or no Ontisha, Igbo Kingship predates Benin kingship. EOD.

Onitsha n'Idu!

bokohalal:
Onitsha n'Idu!

Different terms. That is linked to Igbos that left Benin because of Internal conflict and established several igbo settlements. Onitsha(Oni cha mmiri Ado n' idu).
Doesn't change the fact that Igbo kingship predate Benin.

Any other thing?

Ihuomadinihu:
Different terms. That is linked to Igbos that left Benin because of Internal conflict and established several igbo settlements. Onitsha(Onitsha mmiri Ado n' idu).
Doesn't change the fact that Igbo kingship predate Benin.

Any other thing?

You missed the point about the difference between Igbo bead fashion and the Edo one.
A receiving culture either adopts in whole, or a part of the idea or culture that they are trying to adopt. To adopt wholesale, there must be constant interactions between the two cultures. If at any point there is a gap in continous relationship, or a paucity of the ideas or custom being received, the adoptee will fashion out a likelihood of the idea or way that was no longer supplied but in demand.
Igbo bead fashion is Edo-influenced!
It applies to all cultures and peoples. Igbo culture, included.

bokohalal:
You missed the point about the difference between Igbo bead fashion and the Edo one.
A receiving culture either adopts in whole, or a part of the idea or culture that they are trying to adopt. To adopt wholesale, there must be constant interactions between the two cultures. If at any point there is a gap in continous relationship, or a paucity of the ideas or custom being received, the adoptee will fashion out a likelihood of the idea or way that was no longer supplied but in demand.
Igbo bead fashion is Edo-influenced!
It applies to all cultures and peoples. Igbo culture, included.

Lmao. There is no receiving culture here! Igbo do not wear beads like Edo,that is a great fallacy. Wearing beads on the head is not an Edo invention,but they have a unique style of wearing beads on the hair.
I've explained that several times,no point dragging this issue up and down. At the end of the day,you have come back to this bead thing after being unable to hold unto the rest.
Let me state it emphaticaly, wearing beads in Igboland is not a recent innovation, Coral bead is not African and Edo and Igbo do not have the same style of wearing beads on the hair, Igbo did not adopt Edo way of wearing beads.
Wearing beads on the hair is a worldwide thing linked to both spiritual and ornamental purposes from South Africa to Asia.
Pls enough of this igbo copied Edo bead here, it's preposterous.

Ihuomadinihu:
Lmao. There is no receiving culture here! Igbo do not wear beads like Edo,that is a great fallacy. Wearing beads on the head is not an Edo invention,but they have a unique style of wearing beads on the hair.
I've explained that several times,no point dragging this issue up and down. At the end of the day,you have come back to this bead thing after being unable to hold unto the rest.
Let me state it emphaticaly, wearing beads in Igboland is not a recent innovation, Coral bead is not African and Edo and Igbo do not have the same style of wearing beads on the hair, Igbo did not adopt Edo way of wearing beads.
Wearing beads on the hair is a worldwide thing linked to both spiritual and ornamental purposes from South Africa to Asia.
Pls enough of this igbo copied Edo bead here, it's preposterous.

I get it! You don't!
Not only beads! Ideas and customs!

bokohalal:
I get it! You don't!
Not only beads! Ideas and customs!

Even Language and lifestyle...what a pity!
There is nothing Edoish in Igboland...take it or walk away. Rather Igbos have influenced Edo from market days to gods you worshipped to hiring Igbo blacksmiths down to double wrapper tying women.
Not making sense to anyone at all,sorry!

Ihuomadinihu:
Even Language and lifestyle...what a pity!
There is nothing Edoish in Igboland...take it or walk away. Rather Igbos have influenced Edo from market days to gods you worshipped to hiring Igbo blacksmiths down to double wrapper tying women.
Not making sense to anyone at all,sorry!

Onitsha.
Delta Igbo.
You have nothing to say but denying what is obvious even to the blind.

bokohalal:
Onitsha.
Delta Igbo.
You have nothing to say but denying what is obvious even to the blind.

I can't acknowledge anything when you are circumventing around issues and making up fictiticious claims. Sorry.

fratermathy:
Hello Nairalander! ,
Nigeria is a very rich cultural center. In fact, our diversity is one of our major strength as a nation. Although it has its own advantages and disadvantages, its advantages surpass the disadvantages. However, most Nigerians are content with just their own ethnic group and this is quite bad for true patriotism and good neighbourliness. Some Nigerians have never even seen people of other ethnic extractions! Others have little or no knowledge of other ethnic groups! Worse still, a few know nothing about their own culture and ethnic extraction. This has become a trend among the recent generation of Nigerians who embrace Western culture, religion and dressing.
This thread shall explore an aspect of our culture: DRESSING! I wont be able to discuss all the ethnic nationalities in the country due to constraints but some major ethnic groups across the geographical spread of Nigeria and how they dress will be underscored in this list.

1. Edo Nation
The Edo People occupy current Edo State. They are made up of the Binis, Afemais, Eshan, etc. They have a very rich cultural heritage. They are all headed by an Oba who delegates duties to various towns and villages through the Odionweres(Elders) and Enogies (Dukes). The Benin Kingdom is one of the oldest and culturally rich pre-colonial African Kingdom. Edo people are quite reclusive in nature. They are colorful and elegant. The use of beads is commonplace in Benin. It symbolises royalty and freedom.
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2. Urhobo/Isoko Nation
The Urhobo/Isoko People are the major tribe in Delta State. They occupy Delta Central and Delta South. They are the 5th largest ethnic group in Nigeria, usually dragging position with the Ibibios. The Urhobo people have been grouped here with the Isoko people because of their cultural similarities. They dress traditionally in exactly the same way. The language is overtly similar and the people have same cultural traits. The Urhobo and Isoko people are migrants from Edo nation according to oral history. The people are ruled by an Ovie (King) with variations in appellations such as Orodje, Orosuen, Okobaro, Okpako, etc. The Ovie is seconded by an Otota (Spokesman) who is the traditional Prime Minister. The Otota is also called the "Unuevworo" in Uvwie-Urhobo Kingdom. Urhobo people love titles alot. In most ceremonies, people are announced as "Chief, Professor, Reverend Ovwigho Ogbejiriemu mni cna esq OFR". Urhobos do not have a penchant for hard work and they are known mainly for academic/mental feats. The Urhobo people usually dress by tying a Georgian Wrapper and wearing a Lace Shirt with a Cowboy Hat and a Walking Stick and beads are worn on the hands and neck.
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3. Yoruba Nation
The Yoruba People occupy South Western and North-Central Nigeria and in states such as Lagos, Oyo, Ekiti, Kwara, Kogi, Ondo, Ogun and Osun. They are one of the three major tribes of Nigeria. They have a rich mythological history which dates back to Oduduwa as their earliest progenitor. The Yoruba people are extremely jovial and respectful. A typical Yoruba man can greet you 100 times in a day if needs be. They love partying and enjoyment generally. Their traditional system revolves around the Ooni of Ife and the Alaafin of Oyo which are seen as apex custodians of Yoruboid culture. Most Yoruba towns and villages are ruled by Obas also called Olus or Deji. They have a rich traditional religious system and a Pantheon of gods akin only to the Greek Pantheon. Yorubas are extremely glamorous in dressing! They look songs and food and are known for owning the Music industry in Nigeria. The Yorubas usually wear "Agbada", a oversized cloth which is worn like a jacket over lace or wrapper based clothes.
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4. Igbo Nation
The Igbo People occupy South Eastern and parts of South-Southern Nigeria which has states such as Anambra, Enugu, Imo, Abia, Ebonyi, Delta North and Rivers. Igbo is one of the three major tribes of Nigeria. Igbo itself doesn't represent any particular group but it is an umbrella term for all Igboid groups such as Mbaise, Ika, Aniocha, Ikwerre(disputed), Orlu, etc. Igbos are highly creative and technocratic in Nature. They do well in business and technology. They have a strong family bond and every successful member of a family becomes the succour for others. Igbo traditional system is modelled after the Benin system. They usually have an Eze or Igwe who is either elected, is the oldest elder in the community or is inherited from father. The Igbos love class and elegance! They are self-preservative and fraternal in nature! They can be found in virtually every nook and cranny of the world. In fact, if you enter a place where there are no Igbos, please run away from there!!!. The Igbos usually dress with a trouser and a simple wool based shirt to go. The women dress like the Edo people with beads on the head. Some Igbo tribes tie a white wrapper across their shoulders.
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5. Hausa/Kanuri/Fulani Nation
The Hausa/Kanuri/Fulani people occupy Northern Nigeria. These people have been grouped together because of the similarities in their culture, dressing and language. They are the most populated people in Nigeria and make up the major tribe. Apart from the Fulani people, most Nigerians won't be able to differentiate between these tribes. Religion has also helped to strengthen the bond shared by this triad as well as other minorities in their region. These people live a quiet, reclusive and pastoral life. They are not known for extravagance. Their traditional system is modelled after the Islamic method of a Caliphate, Sultanate and Emirate. Most towns are ruled by an Emir or his delegate. The Fulanis are remarkably nomadic in nature! These people are mainly farmers and cattle herders while there are also large pockets of politicians and civil servants. They dress with a "Kaftan" or "Jalabiya". The Fulanis in particular are unique in their dressing. The first picture below depicts Hausa/Kanuri while the second depict Fulani/Fulfulde.
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6. Efik/Ibibio/Annang/Oron/Eket Nation
The Efik/Ibibio people occupy Akwa-Ibom and Cross-River States in South-Southern Nigeria. They are one of the lesser known people of Nigeria. However these people have a rich culture and elegance. They are said to be migrants from Cameroon in pre-colonial times. They also have the privilege of being one of the first people to encounter Western education and culture. The cities of Uyo and Calabar today are one of the most neatest, beautiful and secured places in Nigeria. The people are welcoming and have an aversion to violence. Their traditional system revolves around an "Obong" who rules over an "Afaha" (clan). Efik-Ibibio people love food and are known to have a wide variety of delicacies in their menu. Their dress sense is in tandem with that of the Igbo people. However, there are a lot of differences.
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7. Ijaw Nation
The Ijaw people occupy Bayelsa, Rivers, Delta, Akwa-Ibom and Ondo States. They comprise the 4th largest ethnic group in Nigeria. The Ijaws live close to the river and thus, all their myths and legends are water based. Ijaw people are reclusive and quiet. They look drinking as well! Ijaw traditional system is headed by a "Pere" (King) who rules over a clan or village. The Ijaws are fearless and bold! They have cultural similarities with the neighbouring Itsekiri and Urhobo/Isoko people.
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8. Itsekiri Nation
The Itsekiris are a lesser known minority ethnic group whose people occupy Delta South. Itsekiris are aboriginals of Warri North, Warri South and Warri South West local government areas with a large pocket of people in Sapele local government area. The Itsekiris are originally Yoruba people who migrated to their current hold and have, over time, mixed their language with Edo, Urhobo, Ijaw and Portuguese. Itsekiris are jovial, colorful and elegant people. They are fearless and politically conscious. They have some of the richest and well educated people in Nigeria. They are ruled over by an Olu who is a direct descendent of Ginuwa, a Benin prince. Itsekiris dress like the Urhobos and Ijaws. Their royalty put on white with a coloured girdle depending on the occasion.
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9. Nupe Nation
The Nupes occupy Kwara and Niger State in North-Central Nigeria. They are reclusive and quiet in nature. The Nupes are headed over by the Etsu Nupe. Nupes are communal in nature and they enjoy pastoral and simple life. Most Nupe people are farmers. Nupes also has a strong and deeply woven system of traditional thought that guides their day-to-day life.
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10. Tiv Nation
The Tiv people occupy Benue State in North Central Nigeria. Like most tribes in Northern Nigeria, they are quite reclusive and quiet. The Tiv people were once part of the Wukari Federation of pre-colonial times and they are similar to the Jukun people of Taraba state. They have a rich and wholesome culture and belief system which is headed by the Tor Tiv. The Tiv People are colorful and elegant. They are unique and have some of the most beautiful ebony girls in the country.
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If your ethnic group is not listed, feel free to contribute and add more facts or correct errors/misconceptions.

Igbo, Ijaw, Isoko, Urhobo are not Niggerians..

"In fact, our diversity is one of our major strength as a nation. Although it has its own advantages and disadvantages, its advantages surpass the disadvantages."

Please what are the advantages which surpass the disadvantages? Be honest and specific. It's not good to just echo what people say without making effort to think and analyze situations. Look at how people are busy eulogizing their tribes, is it how a nation is made. Where else in this world do you see people praising their ethnic groups to high heavens at the detriment of their country. This is the simple reason Nigeria can never make it as a nation. The people should either abandon their great love for their ethnic groups of disband to make those groups great countries o their own. Only the Igbos have shown a great understanding of this truth.

See all the Best to Everybody oooooooo

It feels tempting to be bias.

But, really every ethnic group in the country has great sense of styles and native dressing.

In fact, here is a related post on something similar: http://www.hubscroll.com/2017/10/nigerian-lace-styles.html

Eziokwu1:
Number 1 is Esan not Bini
although in a way, you can say they both belong to the "Edo nation"



Please, the Igbo traditional system is not modelled after any Benin system, and Igbo women do not dress like Edo people. We have our own dresses and our own systems in a unique confederation of tribes, that make up the Igbo nation.
Infact ndi Igbo do not have any particular uniform dress or attire.

Traditionally the igbos have their perculiarly woven traditional dresses/ cloths but our modern business vocations and the associated cumbersomeness do not allow people use it. Anamrarians call it iyaji while the imolites call it nwikachi. Abians call their more colourful type Akwete. There have largely been replaced by George materials but are still available in village markets.

The Urhobo/Isoko People are the major tribe in Delta State. They occupy Delta Central and Delta South. They are the 5th largest ethnic group in Nigeria, usually dragging position with the Ibibios. The Urhobo people have been grouped here with the Isoko people because of their cultural similarities. They dress traditionally in exactly the
For more about Nigrian people, follow this link https://tabloid.ng/nigeria-the-nigerian-people-history-all-about-nigeria/

All NIGERIAN TRIBAL GROUPS CLOTHING WERE INSPIRED BY HAUSA AND KANURI TRADITIONAL CLOTHING , IN ONE WAY OR THE OTHER, THUS THE NEED TO GIVE HAUSA AND KANURI THE CREDIT THEY DESERVED,

EVEN THE IGBOS THAT RAPS ONLY A PIECE OF GARMENT ON THEIR BODY IT'S THE BRITISH WHOM GIVE THEM OUR GARMENTS TO REPLACE THEIR LEAVES MADE PANTIES. NOTE THIS IS JUST HISTORICAL FACT AND INTEND NOT TO INSULT ANYONE BECAUSE EVEN ADAM WAS ONECE NAKE UNTILL GOD GIVES HIM WISDOM TO CREATED GARMENT. AS HAUSA I ALSO WISH THEIR EXIST A HISTORICAL RECORDS WHEN WE WORE NAKE. IT REALLY SAD THEIR ARENT ANY.

It's gorgeous not just amazing!

AreaFada2:
OP. Good effort but you need a bit of lesson in history and anthropology.

The Urhobo and Isoko groups are integral part of the Edoid Nation. Branches of a common family tree. Much like the Okuns are a Yoruboid branch.

To buttress my point, the current Iyase or traditional prime minister of Benin Kingdom is Urhobo. He is the second most powerful figure after the Oba of Benin.

We need to keep highlighting what unites than divides us. Clearly, the Urhobo and Isoko attire is one of the most unique and colourful in 9ja.

Proudly Urhobo

AreaFada2:
OP. Good effort but you need a bit of lesson in history and anthropology.

The Urhobo and Isoko groups are integral part of the Edoid Nation. Branches of a common family tree. Much like the Okuns are a Yoruboid branch.

To buttress my point, the current Iyase or traditional prime minister of Benin Kingdom is Urhobo. He is the second most powerful figure after the Oba of Benin.

We need to keep highlighting what unites than divides us. Clearly, the Urhobo and Isoko attire is one of the most unique and colourful in 9ja.

Proudly Urhobo

CherishedIma:
Same here

hi I'm from Akwa Ibom State as well. can we get to know each other?

JikanBaura:
All NIGERIAN TRIBAL GROUPS CLOTHING WERE INSPIRED BY HAUSA AND KANURI TRADITIONAL CLOTHING , IN ONE WAY OR THE OTHER, THUS THE NEED TO GIVE HAUSA AND KANURI THE CREDIT THEY DESERVED,

EVEN THE IGBOS THAT RAPS ONLY A PIECE OF GARMENT ON THEIR BODY IT'S THE BRITISH WHOM GIVE THEM OUR GARMENTS TO REPLACE THEIR LEAVES MADE PANTIES. NOTE THIS IS JUST HISTORICAL FACT AND INTEND NOT TO INSULT ANYONE BECAUSE EVEN ADAM WAS ONECE NAKE UNTILL GOD GIVES HIM WISDOM TO CREATED GARMENT. AS HAUSA I ALSO WISH THEIR EXIST A HISTORICAL RECORDS WHEN WE WORE NAKE. IT REALLY SAD THEIR ARENT ANY.

Nah many were inspired by the Yoruba. The Gele alone is evident.