"Igbo" as a unitary identity for all Igbo speaking people developed comparatively recently, in the context of decolonisation and the Nigerian Civil War.

Dec 8, 2025 · Igbo, people living chiefly in southeastern Nigeria who speak Igbo, a language of the Benue-Congo branch of the Niger-Congo language family. The Igbo may be grouped into …

Jul 23, 2025 · As one of the largest ethnic groups in Africa, the Igbo people have a long and complex history that has shaped their unique identity. The Igbo primarily inhabit southeastern …

The Igbo, sometimes referred to as Ibo, are one of the largest single ethnic groups in Africa. Most Igbo speakers are based in southeastern Nigeria, constituting about 17 percent of the …

Apr 8, 2025 · Despite their prominence, the question of where the Igbo people originally came from remains one of the most debated and researched topics in African history and anthropology.

Aug 26, 2025 · From the sacred rituals of ancestor worship to the colorful celebrations of harvest festivals, from the intricate social hierarchies to the profound philosophical concepts …

Jul 12, 2025 · Explore the history, culture, and trade of the Igbo people, whose decentralised society shaped southeastern Nigeria for centuries.

The Igbo are the second largest group of people living in southern Nigeria. They are socially and culturally diverse, consisting of many subgroups. Although they live in scattered groups of …

Jul 12, 2024 · The Igbo people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Africa, primarily located in the southeastern region of Nigeria, in states such as Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, and Imo.

Feb 10, 2025 · Igbo culture is deeply rooted in traditions such as: Respect for elders and communal decision-making. The Igbo traditional religion, which includes the worship of …