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Politics / Response To Moses Ochonu On The Diverse Origins Of The Igbos Of Delta Igbo... by tonychristopher: 8:51am On Aug 22 |
Every border community in the world experiences migration, intermarriage, and cultural exchange with its neighbors. This phenomenon is not unique to the Igbos of Delta State. Take, for example, Strasbourg. Many assume it is in Germany because of its German-sounding name, but it is actually in France, close to the German border. In Ondo State, Nigeria, a similar mix exists with the Ijaws. Omoyele Sowore of Sahara Reporters, for instance, is Ijaw but from Ondo State, as Ondo shares boundaries with Ijaw communities. Along the Shagamu-Benin Expressway, the last town in Ondo State is Ofosu, while the first town in Edo State is Ohosu, showcasing the similarity in names due to their proximity. This same blend is observed between Anambra and Kogi States. In 2018, Governor Obiano of Anambra State appointed an Igala man, Bonaventure Enemali, as a commissioner. Enemali hails from Nzam in Anambra, a region near the Kogi boundary where indigenous Igbos also reside. Similarly, in the Kwara/Kogi area, the Okun-Yoruba people exhibit this cultural and linguistic mix. Enugu and Ebonyi States share boundaries with Benue, while Ebonyi also borders Cross River. The influences are evident in their languages, names, and traditions. In Abia State, towns like Abiriba, Ohafia, Arochukwu, and Bende, which are close to Akwa Ibom and Cross River, exhibit similarities in names, traditions, and attire. The traditional ruler of Abiriba is called Enachioken, and it is common to see Abia natives with names like Etim, Mang, Ekpo, and Ojo. Given these widespread examples, I don’t see why the Igbos of Delta and Rivers States are often singled out for scrutiny when similar scenarios among the Yorubas in Kogi/Kwara or the Ijaws in Ondo are not questioned. It is undeniable that the Igbos in Delta and Edo States, situated at the frontiers of Igboland, have experienced migration and influences from neighboring Edo and Igala communities. However, it becomes problematic when these migrations are overemphasized at the expense of acknowledging the indigenous people who were present before these migrations occurred. The Benin and Igala kingdoms were known for their powerful kings and territorial expansion through conquest—something the Igbos historically did not pursue. The River Niger further separated the Igbos of the Southeast from those in Delta and Edo States. If the Igbos did not conquer the towns in Delta and Edo States, and if they were geographically distant, separated by the largest river in West Africa, it is difficult to explain the dominance of Igbo language, names, traditions, and practices in present-day Delta and Edo States. While the exact events of 500 years ago are unclear, certain logical conclusions can be drawn: 1. Language typically does not change fundamentally except through conquest or other forceful means. 2. The adoption of the Igbo four market days—Eke, Orie, Afọ, and Nkwọ—across Delta and Edo Igbo towns could not have occurred without significant indigenous influence. 3. The Igbo obi/obu/diokpa (dị ọkpara) system of leadership could not have been implemented without the pre-existing presence of Igbo people. 4. Eze Chime, said to be a Benin prince, would not have abandoned his language merely by moving some distance from Benin. If he were truly of Benin origin, what happened to traditional Benin names like Ewuare, Eweka, Akenzua, and Esigie? 5. Eze Chime bearing an Igbo name and taking on an Igbo ọzọ title would be illogical if he were of Benin origin. 6. The most plausible explanation is that Eze Chime was an Igbo man who migrated from the Igbo heartland to Benin, possibly due to his reputation as a great medicine man, before eventually settling in present-day Delta State. 7. The same reasoning applies to Akalaka, the progenitor of the Ikwerre people of Rivers State. A Benin prince named Akalaka (meaning “destiny” in Igbo) would not have lost his language, traditions, or practices without significant interaction with an Igbo-majority population. 8. If these men were truly of Benin origin, the only logical reason for their loss of language, traditions, and practices would be that they settled in areas already populated by Igbos. Minorities do not typically dominate majorities without conquest. 9. The Arogbo Ijaws and the Western Apoi tribe of the Ijaw people in Ondo State have not lost their language, names, or traditions despite living in a non-Ijaw region. Similarly, the Dutch who settled in South Africa, the English in the USA, Canada, Australia, and Ireland, and the Yorubas in Brazil have retained their languages and traditions despite migrations. It is therefore unlikely that Benin princes would lose their identity without significant external influence. In summary, while the Igbos of Delta, Edo, Benue, Rivers, Nsukka, Abakaliki, Arochukwu, and Abiriba may have absorbed migrants from neighboring non-Igbo communities, their fundamentally Igbo language, traditions, names, and religion suggest that these areas were originally Igbo. This, however, does not imply that individuals cannot choose their preferred identities. For instance, actress Stella Damasus from Delta State mentioned that her family’s surname was originally Ojukwu, but due to oppression during the civil war, they changed it to Damasus. https://techandbiz.com.ng/2024/08/22/response-to-moses-ochonu-on-the-diverse-origins-of-the-igbos-of-delta-state/ 1 Like |
Foreign Affairs / Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by tonychristopher: 8:07pm On Apr 14 |
Vic2023:he is Jewish...its expected 2 Likes |
Foreign Affairs / Re: Russia-Ukraine War: World News, Weapons & Battlefield Discussions - Live by tonychristopher: 7:56pm On Apr 14 |
Vic2023:we appreciate your post ...your the reason we read this post Lord bless you 2 Likes 1 Share |
Politics / Re: Customs Officials Tear Gas People At Onike/Yaba Office by tonychristopher: 8:33pm On Feb 23 |
santaclaws:na lie ..Lagos na yorubalamd 2 Likes |
Politics / Re: I Was Criticized During The Civil War But I Succeeded - Gowon Encourages Tinubu by tonychristopher: 8:27pm On Feb 23 |
amaridigital:zuzuzu |
Politics / Re: I Was Criticized During The Civil War But I Succeeded - Gowon Encourages Tinubu by tonychristopher: 8:26pm On Feb 23 |
Sctests:exactly |
Politics / Re: Igbos Will Lead Nigeria Into Another Civil War – Aare Kakanfo by tonychristopher: 8:21pm On Feb 23 |
EreluRoz:your papa 3 Likes |
Foreign Affairs / Re: Putin Flies A Heavy Supersonic Nuclear Bomber Amid NATO Tensions (Video, Pics) by tonychristopher: 8:18pm On Feb 23 |
Crimecity:Why didn't your crazy bro do medicine here |
Foreign Affairs / Re: Putin Flies A Heavy Supersonic Nuclear Bomber Amid NATO Tensions (Video, Pics) by tonychristopher: 8:12pm On Feb 23 |
matify83:Russians love him so much |
Foreign Affairs / Re: Putin Flies A Heavy Supersonic Nuclear Bomber Amid NATO Tensions (Video, Pics) by tonychristopher: 8:10pm On Feb 23 |
unclejb2:who gives a fück about shythole |
Foreign Affairs / Re: Putin Flies A Heavy Supersonic Nuclear Bomber Amid NATO Tensions (Video, Pics) by tonychristopher: 8:07pm On Feb 23 |
I love Vlad |
Politics / Re: Biafra War: Your Comment Disgraceful, Shows Lack Of Wisdom – Sam Amadi To Gowon by tonychristopher: 7:46pm On Feb 23 |
Chukwuka319:you dey gowon.mind to know how that know that old |
Politics / Re: Customs Officials Tear Gas People At Onike/Yaba Office by tonychristopher: 7:44pm On Feb 23 |
Lol ..this is funny |
Politics / Re: Profile Of Aku Pauline Odinkemelu, Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Member by tonychristopher: 7:28pm On Feb 23 |
That Igbo woman will always clean up their mess. .. 1 Like |
Politics / Re: N77 Trillion Debt May Limit Achievements In Tinubu’s Government – MAN by tonychristopher: 7:23am On Aug 22, 2023 |
EXCUSES, EXCUSES AND EXCUSES A BAD WORKMAN quarrels WITH HIS TOOLS OYA GIVE US EXCUSES 1 Like |
Politics / Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by tonychristopher: 6:25pm On Aug 21, 2023 |
ANSMEDIA:none 1 Like |
Politics / Re: Update on developments in Anambra state-photos by tonychristopher: 6:21pm On Aug 21, 2023 |
This is shamful..who is dualizing such a trash...they should come to LAGOS or ABUJA and see quality road SOLUDO IS A FAILURE....HE HAS FAILED OreMI22: 2 Likes |
Politics / Re: One Week Have Now Entered Forever: Nobody Has Invaded!! by tonychristopher: 10:03am On Aug 21, 2023 |
What did Babangida Say about a tribe if they sound the drum of war ? And this lies your answer 2 Likes 1 Share |
Foreign Affairs / Re: Gov. by tonychristopher: 8:52pm On Oct 10, 2022 |
Ibime: |
Politics / Re: Blasphemy: Senate Receives Petition For The Investigation & Arrest Of Pastor Ojo by tonychristopher: 2:35pm On Jul 26, 2022 |
Islam is a funny religion.. Where their humans and members fight for their God and prophets that are chosen by their God And to think that a prof should do this petition leaves e to wonder 1 Like |
Politics / Re: Peter Obi: I'm Not Stingy, I Use Public Money For Public Good by tonychristopher: 10:56am On Jul 24, 2022 |
Abdul05:suffa no dey Taya una |
Politics / ABLA Names Ejiofor, CEO Ethnos It Solutions Nigeria by tonychristopher: 6:07am On Jul 08, 2022 |
Peter Ejiofor, The Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ethnos IT Solutions Limited, an indigenous cybersecurity firm based in Lagos was recently recognised as one of the leading cyber security entrepreneurs in the country. This recognition and award were done by African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA). This award is coming to Peter after decades of bringing innovative security solutions to businesses. Mr. Ejiofor, who is one of only six Nigerians, on the list of 12 awardees, is recognized with the African Leadership Excellence Award for his track record of business leadership and value creation in the information security space in Nigeria and beyond. Peter Ejiofor was one of the few Nigerians recognised while other Nigerians like Heritage Banks Chief Executive Officer, Ifie Sekkibo, Peter Ashade, Group Chief Executive Officer of United Capital Plc, Emmanuel Nwogbo, the Group Managing Director of Centuari and Kashifu Abdullahi, the Director General of National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). While the ABLA achievement award went to Sam Metakane, the Chairman of Metakane Group of Companies, Lesotho. Over the years, Peter Ejiofor has shown and demonstrated that indigenous firms can offer top notch cyber security solutions to Nigerian firms. His company, Ethnos IT Security Solutions has deployed various IT solutions across many sectors in the country. Bringing his decades of knowledge to the bare, Peter has also over time given back to the society in the areas of capacity building and cybersecurity training for the teaming youths of the country to enable them to be world-class cybersecurity experts. Speaking on the award, Peter said “I thank the organisers of this award for recognizing my efforts in the IT security ecosystem. The journey hasn’t been an easy one, we continue to strive for perfection and these years have taught me better ways of delivering IT services especially in the area of cyber security. I hope to keep improving. ” The Winners of the ABLA awards emerged through an intensely contested 3-step points-based selection process that included nomination; online voting for shortlisted nominees; and the final review of the editorial board . The African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA), a flagship programme of the African Leadership Magazine London, recognizes exceptional corporate practices and outstanding achievements in the African business landscape, as well as contributions to the continent’s inclusive socio-economic growth and development. The 12th edition of the Awards presentation ceremony held on July 4, 2022 at the House of Lords, London on the sidelines of the Africa Summit London with the theme, ’’Rethinking African Trade & Partnership Possibilities’’ https://etimesafrica./2022/07/08/how-ethnos-it-limited-ceo-dazzled-at-abla-awards/
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Politics / Re: Igbo Business Men Threaten To Boycott Air Peace If He Apologise To Kano Emir -pi by tonychristopher: 5:46pm On Feb 27, 2022 |
Dhury:Yoruba man.. And legendary online blabbing... |
Politics / Re: Igbo Business Men Threaten To Boycott Air Peace If He Apologise To Kano Emir -pi by tonychristopher: 1:03pm On Feb 27, 2022 |
heniford2:he has found a middle ground between stupidity and madness 3 Likes |
Politics / Re: Igbo Business Men Threaten To Boycott Air Peace If He Apologise To Kano Emir -pi by tonychristopher: 1:03pm On Feb 27, 2022 |
Dhury:and fly what... The last time I checked it is igbo that dominates the airline Chịsco is floating an airline soon and we igbo do not submit to some sultan up in the North |
Politics / Re: Igbo Cultural wedding In China by the Chinese; see video by tonychristopher: 9:01pm On Nov 24, 2021 |
SlyDev:ND your land is heaven |
Politics / Re: Army Sends Reinforcement Troops From Borno To South-East - Sahara Reporters by tonychristopher: 2:44am On May 15, 2021 |
BKayy: LoL....they are very emotional ! |
Politics / Re: Why Did The Nigerian Army Massacre Asaba People? Survivors Speak by tonychristopher: 2:39am On May 15, 2021 |
Tinubuadvocate: But an anioma man caused the coup that they call Igbo coup..... So get sense |
Business / Re: Anambra Born, Prof. Benedict Oramah, Re-appointed As Afreximbank President by tonychristopher: 6:00am On May 14, 2021 |
adadike:nne 1 Like 1 Share |
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