Barth Nnaji, An Igbo Superstar

By Anthony Onovo Professor Bart Nnaji, Nigeria’s former Minister of Power who had also served as Minister of Science and Technology, was 60 years on July 13, but it was not celebrated till a month later because he was in the United States in discussions with investors like General Electric, the world’s foremost electric power…… Continue reading Barth Nnaji, An Igbo Superstar

Nnewi, The Igbo Town That Manufactures, Cars, Motorcycles, Etc., Etc., Etc.

Nnewi is the second largest city in Anambra State in southeastern Nigeria. Nnewi as a metropolitan city encompasses 4 local government areas, Nnewi North, Nnewi South, Ekwusigo and Ihiala Local Government; Nnewi North is commonly referred to as Nnewi central, and comprises four autonomous quarters: Otolo, Uruagu, Umudim, and Nnewi-ichi. Nnewi North also includes Ichi, an…… Continue reading Nnewi, The Igbo Town That Manufactures, Cars, Motorcycles, Etc., Etc., Etc.

Free Igbo Language Course In Lagos

A lot of Igbo born and bred in Lagos cannot speak Igbo Language. If they were to return to Igbo Land, they could learn it with 3 months of serious effort. But that is not always a practical solution. But while browsing online, we came accross someone who says they give free three-month courses on…… Continue reading Free Igbo Language Course In Lagos

What Happened To Atilogwu Dance?

When I was much younger, we used to see the very entertaining Atilogwu Atilogwu Dance troupe.  They were à Group of acrobatic Igbo cultural dangers expert in créating human pyramide. It’s been years since I heard of them last. I hope they have found à way to préservé their dance,  as it was very entertaining,…… Continue reading What Happened To Atilogwu Dance?

Igbo Businessman Builds & Donates Police Station To Nigerian Police Force

Inspector General of Police, Mr. Ibrahim Idris has commended Air Peace Chairman, Chief Allen Onyema for building a Police Station at Uli in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. Speaking during the commissioning of the project at the weekend, the IGP urged other well-to- do Nigerians to emulate Onyema’s generosity and effort to ensure…… Continue reading Igbo Businessman Builds & Donates Police Station To Nigerian Police Force