"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 …

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 …

Feb 10, 2025 · The Igbo (Ndi Igbo) are one of the largest ethnic groups in Nigeria, primarily found in the southeastern region. They are known for their rich cultural heritage, strong …

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 …

Jul 16, 2025 · From running thriving businesses in Lusaka to managing tech hubs in Nairobi and trading goods in Bangui, the Igbos have become the unicorn of Africa and its unofficial …

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 …

Igbo-speaking peoples can be divided into five geographically based subcultures: northern Igbo, southern Igbo, western Igbo, eastern Igbo, and northeastern Igbo. Each of these five can be …

The Igbo people are an ethnic group found in Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon, and Equatorial Guinea. Their primary origin is found in modern-day Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi,...

Igbo make up around 18 per cent of Nigeria’s population. Their traditional homeland straddles the Niger River in the south-east and is one of the most densely populated areas of the African …