A definitive determination of the origins and ancestral linkages between the Igbo, Yoruba, and Edo language groups is necessary for positioning in contemporary Nigeria, including a study of the Internal Migration, and the External Migration Hypotheses of igbo origins that mention the possibility that the Igbo, Yoruba and Edo language groups, and others, shared a common ancestral root prior to separating in different directions and developing different languages and dialect.

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Adapted from the lecture, "Onitsha Traditional Society - Origin, Spread, Culture," delivered by His Majesty Nnaemeka Achebe, Obi of Onitsha at. the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, December 14, 2024.

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Further Information on the Schedule of Events in Connection with The 2024 Ofala Festival.

The 2024 Onicha Ado N’Idu Ceremonial Cycle, which was announced on the occasion of the 2023 Ofala, provides the dates for the various events including Ofala and Azu Ofala. However, as arrangements for the Ofala get underway, it becomes necessary…

Obi of Onitsha Announces Appointment of New Ndichies.

Onitsha – Anambra State: His Majesty, Nnaemeka Alfred Ugochukwu Achebe, CFR, mni, Obi of Onitsha, Agbogidi has announced the appointment of two new members of his cabinet. These are Onwa Okechukwu Akpom, of Omozele kindred group in Umuezearoli Quarters , and Ojinnaka…

Obi of Onitsha bans masquerades, canon shots at 2020 new yam festival

Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe (Agbogidi), has banned the use of canon and masquerades within Onitsha territory as the commercial nerve centre of Anambra State celebrates new yam festival today. Continue reading on sunnewsonline.com

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