By Sheriff Dada The Igala Kingdom in the Kogi State of Nigeria is a land of diverse cultures and traditions, with historical sites to blend. Settled around the confluence of Nigeria’s two major rivers–Niger and Benue, with a history dating back to the 7th century, the kingdom has been a hub of commercial fishing forContinue reading “Pride of Igala Kingdom: Inikpi Statue”
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Ekuechi Festival of Ebira People
By Sheriff Dada Ebira people inhabit the central region of Kogi State, North Central Nigeria. They majorly occupy three local government areas of Kogi State, namely Adavi, Ajaokuta, Okehi, and Okene. Ebira people also have major settlements in other states like Nasarawa, Taraba, Benue, Edo, and Ondo States. The Ebiras are hardworking people whose traditionalContinue reading “Ekuechi Festival of Ebira People”