Umueri President General calls for calm while law enforcement agencies do the needful on the assassination of Mr Onyeka Nnalue popularly known as Kaka on Sunday 11-05-2
THE IGBO CALENDER. This Igbo Calendar is the most complete and accurate, carrying the correct spelling of the Igbo market days, and the Igbo 13-month Lunar Calendar, with their respective names. The Igbo Calendar is different from the Gregorian Calendar, as it is unique and adapted to Odinala na Omenala – the culture, beliefs, and spirituality of the Igbo people. The Igbo Calendar comprises four market days, namely Èké, Óriè, Àfọ̀, Nkwọ. These four market days make up the Igbo week – Izu. The four market days/names in the Igbo calendar are not just four exact days. We have Eke Ukwu and Eke Nta for instance – meaning ‘Big Eke’ and ‘Small Eke’. In this ‘Big’ and ‘Small’ identity, each of the Igbo market days appears twice in an 8-day cycle. The Onwa (Igbo month) in the Igbo Calendar is therefore made up of 7 Izu (weeks), with 4 having the big market days, and 3 having the small market days – all of which make up 28 days before the appearance of the new moon. The BI...
*Omambala: The History & Role of Amakom in fostering Unity in Anambra Valley* Who are the Omambala People and where is the enclave located? Omambala are the River basin communities located at the bank of the confluence of Omambala River(Also refereed as Anambra River). The River is one of the major tributaries to River Niger. The Area stretched from the riverline communities of various Anam Communities in the Northwest to Ogbunike,Umunya & Awkuzu in the South , from Nkisi River at Nkwelle Ezunaka at the western flank down to the Aghamelum communities of Igbakwu, Umumbo, Omor etc in the eastern side. The nucleus of the region lies the valley where the people of Aguleri & Umueri reside. *The History of Origin & migration of her Various people...* The people of Omambala comprised mainly the Igbo and Igala speaking communities. From available historical evidences, the major group occupying the Omambala Region are as follow: 1. *The Igbo Aborigines*:- ...
As Nigeria celebrates 64 years of independence, it’s the perfect time to reflect on one of our country’s proudest achievements – the Super Eagles’ greatest squad. This team didn’t just make history; they brought pride to every Nigerian, proving that with determination, teamwork, and belief, greatness is possible. The 1994 Nigeria Super Eagles Squad Most football fans agree that the 1994 Super Eagles squad stands as Nigeria’s greatest football team. Coached by Dutchman Clemens Westerhof, this team was packed with talented players who would go on to leave a lasting legacy in Africa and world football. This squad was a perfect blend of experience and youthful energy. Key players like Rashidi Yekini, Sunday Oliseh, Jay-Jay Okocha, Emmanuel Amunike, and Finidi George became household names across the country. Their style of play was not only effective but exciting to watch, filled with skill, flair, and passion. Achievements of the 1994 Squad The first major achievement of this s...
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