Igboka:Igbos are Great People
The weather of Igbo land is very conducive all round the year. There is no mineral resource that is absent in Igbo land. The palm and coconut trees produce oil, kernels and other resources .These are transformed as raw materials for industries producing food, beauty and industrial chemicals for further productions.
The Petroleum resource known as the “black Gold” has attracted nations to this area of the world. Before the British colonization of Africa, the kingdom of Biafra existed. The Igbo people are noted to have rich cultural heritage which is expressed in their language called “Igbo Language”. They worship God, engage in community ceremonies. They are mostly traders, technicians and farmers.
The Kola nut occupies a significant place in Igbo culture of the South Eastern Nigeria. The states of Nigeria where Kola nut is used for almost every sacred and social matters include Abia,Imo,Anambra,Ebonyi,Enugu,Rivers,Cross River,Akwa Ibom, Delta Anioma and parts of Kogi State where pockets of Igbo people dwell.’ The Igbos in Diaspora also keep the tradition of the usage of kola nuts.
’ Kola’ or ‘Cola’ is an African tree whose nuts yield an extract with caffeine, used in soft drinks and medicine. “The genus cola belongs to the family of ‘sterculialeae’ (Malves).According to Adebola Ayeyemi,(1980:137)in his book titled Agriculture for Africa, there are five species of kola nuts that produce edible seed among which Nigerian farmers recognize four types and given them local names. Two main species are presently of economic importance namely calanitida and cola accuminata.
With kola nuts the Igbos welcomes their guests. You are welcome to Igbo land. Which time will you like to visit Igbo land?
What is the Main Cause of a Heart Attack? What is its Solution? A heart attack is the blockage of… Read More
In the vast economic arena, one term that often takes center stage, inciting extensive debates and discussions, is the "debt… Read More
De-Dollarization: The Changing Face of Global Finance The financial landscape is in a state of flux, with an intriguing economic… Read More
The curtains closed on a dramatic Bundesliga season with Bayern Munich standing tall once again, clinching their 11th straight title.… Read More
The Unfolding Story of Celine Dion's Health In recent news that has left fans across the globe stunned, iconic singer… Read More
As the echoes of the recent NBA season start to fade, the attention of enthusiasts is firmly glued to one… Read More
View Comments
Igbo people also stress the importance of education. They are some of the most educated and well off individuals in society. They are also family oriented.
Also yam is one of or the most importance of food crops for the Igbo people. They even have a festival for It.