Alaezi is a beautiful name some Arochukwu parents like to give to any of their beloved daughters to signify that such a daughter is very special to the family and the compound where she is born into as she is deemed to be a true daughter of the land. In the olden days, such daughters […]
Alaeze and Alaezi Deity in Arochukwu Kingdom Read More »
From inception Aro prided as the centre of culture, character and diplomacy in the areas that made up the present-day South-Eastern Nigeria and surrounding areas. So aptly ingrained in the Aro persona is Ako b’ije, a conscious adherence to certain elements that distinguishes an Aro. An essential element of this guiding principle is “Nwa Aro
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Meanings and Explanations of Expression Every language and dialect has a provision for euphemisms. That is, words that communicate meanings and uses to present unpleasant and painful conditions, situations or circumstances in indirect or less disturbing and unsettling manner. A common and handy example is the phenomenon of death. Across all languages and cultures, the
The significance of Ovia Uwasi in Aro cultural etymology Read More »
Objective: The purpose of this paper is not to layout a researched history of the ancient and revered Aro Kingdom, but to excite research in two sectors which have for some probably obvious reason been avoided by other writers. There are only a few authoritative books relating to Aro history and culture. There are nevertheless,
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In the last edition of Aro News, precisely, the Ikeji edition ; Mazi E.K .O Ivi, a man I call, the encyclopedia of Aro history, fed us with a sumptuous meal on Aro traditional marriage and its steps. It was simply unputdownable, meaning- you cannot afford to read it half way. For those who hunger
Aro traditional marriage; the literary perspective Read More »
Ikeji Aro 2016 has been rated as the best by the Arochukwu traditional council in the last 40 years history of the cultural festival. The rating was based on quality of attendance, concept and content development of the event, organization, diversity, originality of cultural dances, quality of entertainment and other considerations. The 19 Villages in
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To many Aro men and women (lassies inclusive), uzi is one concept that is misunderstood. The mere mention of the word signifies an age-long institution in the ancient town of Arochukwu. The term has been given too many meanings. To some, it signifies sexual promiscuity, flirting, coquettish living and life-style, reckless sexual relations and laxity,
The Institution Of Uzi In Arochukwu – What It Is, What It Is Not Read More »
The origin of Ikeji Festival in Arochukwu is as old as the history of the Kingdom. The festival marks the end of the farming season, arrival of harvest, and beginning of a new season. The Ikeji Calendar is determined by the Arochukwu traditional council (OKPANKPO Aro) under the leadership of his Majesty the Eze Aro.
Ikeji Arochukwu in History Read More »
The development process for a nation should be total: it should embrace the growth and progress of that nation for physical, moral, intellectual, cultural, political and economic well-being of all its citizens. In this process of development, cultural festivals therefore have a significant role to play. From time immemorial, they have served as means of
In the beginning, all those who occupied traditional stools in the ancient kingdom of Arochukwu, from the Eze Aro of Arochukwu, the kindred Ezes (of Ibom Isii and Ezeagwu), to the Ezeogo of the nineteen villages and others including Eze Otusi, Eze Ezi, Eze Ekpe, Eze Akang, Eze Ekpo, Eze Oboni, et cetera, did live
