Culture

Aug
08
2024
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By Ohafia Daughter
Disregard Godwin Idei’s claim to Aro throne – Arochukwu Royal Palace

Disregard Godwin Idei’s claim to Aro throne – Arochukwu Royal Palace

Culture, News, Politics
Our attention has been drawn to a 10-paragraph press release captioned “Court Update on Eze Aroship”dated August 1, 2024 and signed by a certain Mazi Dr Agodi Kanu, who claims to be Director of Palace Communication. In fact, he is an impostor as no such Office exists in Arochukwu Palace. Ordinarily, we would not have bothered to honor the author of that press release with a response but for the benefit of Umu Aro and the public who might be deceived by the antics associated with a dying horse struggling with its lasts kicks. We wish, therefore, to make the…
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Jul
24
2024
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The naming custom of the Ohafia people.

The naming custom of the Ohafia people.

Culture, Ohafia Tradition
The Ohafia people of Abia State, Nigeria, have a significant tradition known as "Iguu Ogbo," which is naming a child after an ancestor, a family member, or a friend who is very dear to the child's parent or parents. A child must be named after someone in the Ohafia tradition, usually an ancestor, a family member, a friend, or a highly esteemed individual. A man chooses the person he wants to name his child after. It is prohibited for a mother to name her child after anyone. Nevertheless, a mother may give her child a causal name (afa meriga). The…
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Jul
23
2024
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OBAI ISIUGWU, THE MOST BEAUTIFUL RIVER IN OHAFIA

OBAI ISIUGWU, THE MOST BEAUTIFUL RIVER IN OHAFIA

Ohafia Tradition, Culture
This natural pool in the pictures below is called Obai. It is located at Isiugwu, in the Ohafia local government area of Abia state Obai is a river and an abode of a river goddess, served by a priestess from a particular kindred (ikwu). A sacred and jealous goddess that takes no pride in immorality, dries up once desecrated and comes back when appeased. It has healing powers for her visitors. It has beautiful lilies that spring up every morning. Obai is beautiful, soft, pure, clean, and transparent as crystal clear, with no shadow to fear and no hiding disguise…
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Jul
23
2024
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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT OHAFIA PEOPLE.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT OHAFIA PEOPLE.

Ohafia Tradition, Culture
Outside Ohafia War Dance, generosity, and hospitality are also Ohafia traditions and culture, not only it is their tradition but also run in their DNA. Nde Ohafia's cultural hospitality and generosity are extremely interesting. Ohafia people welcome visitors/strangers into their homes with open hearts, love, and respect, making them feel comfortable and valued. They are kind, selfless, and willing to give or share their resources, time, and assistance with visitors /strangers without expecting anything in return. In Ohafia, visitors are usually welcomed with open hearts, love, and respect, they are given a sense of belonging, and they are entertained specially.…
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Jul
23
2024
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Pa Mike Ejeagha and Family Shouldn’t Fall Prey to Malice of His Detractors

Pa Mike Ejeagha and Family Shouldn’t Fall Prey to Malice of His Detractors

Culture, Entertainment, News
Legendary musician Chief Mike Ejeagha and his family are facing unwarranted criticism from self-proclaimed lawyers and human rights activists. These individuals are unjustly condemning content creator Brain Jotter for gifting Pa Ejeagha N2 million, a gesture of appreciation for inspiring his viral dance challenge with the iconic 1983 song "Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo". The song's narrative tells the tale of Enyi, the elephant, and Mbe, the tortoise, showcasing the tortoise's cunning triumph over the powerful elephant, securing the princess's hand in marriage. The catchy chorus, "Enyi Na Aga, Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo," echoes the tortoise's victorious deceit. Brain Jotter's creative…
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Jul
20
2024
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The names of kindreds in Ohafia.

The names of kindreds in Ohafia.

Culture, Ohafia Tradition, ,
(1)Umu-aja.(2)Umu-ugocha.(3)Umu-akha.(4)Umu-ezhe.(ekuke)(5)Umu-olugu.(olugunnachi)(6)Umu-nnautugu.(utugu oriri)(7)Umu-igbo.(8)Umu-eyen.(eyen aku)(9)Umu-Aba.(okpuma)(10)Umu-ubia(Ofu-agbala)(11)Umu-obio(eririmma)(12)Umu-anyim.(13)Umu-okaa(akasa aku)(14)Otutugaezi.(15)Umu-ōkwū.(16)Umu-ezhe nta okereke.(17)Umu-ezhe a nkashi.(18)Ofuoka.(19)Umu-akhaka.(20)Ōkōchi ūyōm(21)Umu-erimma.(22)Umu-awaoke.(23)Umu a nnaibori.(24)Umu-obobi.(25)Umu-imorie.(26)Umu-ndu.(27)Umu-elege. ohafiadaughter Ohafia Comment the name of Kindred if it's not on the list.
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Jul
20
2024
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NDE-EZHIE-JI IN OHAFIA COSMOLOGY. Using Isiugwu Ohafia as a case study.

NDE-EZHIE-JI IN OHAFIA COSMOLOGY. Using Isiugwu Ohafia as a case study.

Culture, Ohafia Tradition, ,
Yam is a vital crop in Ohafia land. It's the King of crops. The Guardian Deity of the Yam is known as Nfijioku. Nfijioku is a feared and respected Deity. Rituals are made in honor of her. She is prayed to for productivity during farm season.The particular paternal lineage (Umudi) responsible for serving Nfijioku is known as"Nde-Ezhe-Ji"Nde EZhe-Ji are men only, their Chief Priest is known as Ezhe-Nde-Ezhe-Ji. At the death of the Chief Priest, the lineage (Umudi) will appoint another Chief Priest who will carry on the work of the Chief Priest. So it goes from generation to generation…
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Jul
20
2024
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WHO OWNS A CHILD BORN OUTSIDE WEDLOCK IN OHAFIA

WHO OWNS A CHILD BORN OUTSIDE WEDLOCK IN OHAFIA

Culture, Ohafia Tradition, ,
Before talking about who owns a child born outside wedlock, let's talk about who is a child born outside wedlock. WHO IS A CHILD BORN OUTSIDE WEDLOCK? A child born outside wedlock is a child produced by premarital or extramarital affairs. A child giving birth to by parents who were not traditionally, religiously, or legally married to each other. a child born when the bride's pride is not paid. In some parts of Igbo land, such a child is referred to as an illegitimate child. HOW PREGNANCY WITHOUT MARRIAGE/CHILD/REN BORN OUTSIDE WEDLOCK WAS SEEN IN THE PAST The truth is…
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