Trip to Southeastern Nigeria: Biafra History and Traditional Tribes

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► Throughout the trip we will go further into the history of Biafra

During this trip to Southeastern Nigeria, we will visit the War Museum in Umuahia, where we will find interesting war vehicles handmade by the Biafran army. Also, we will visit the bunker where General Ojukwu declared the secession of Southeast Nigeria, taking the name of the Biafra Bay (another name for the Gulf of Guinea).

► We will learn about the culture of different tribes

Ijaw tribe

On Okrika Island, we will meet an Ijaw community. This tribe lives from fishing and trade. Despite modernity, the Ijaw from Okrika have kept several traditions alive, such as the 'leblouh' of Iria. This practice consists of fattening and painting the bodies of marriageable young women. We will meet a group of these girls to learn about this tradition.

Igbo tribe

During this trip to Southeastern Nigeria, we will visit some small villages as well as Umuahia, an important political and cultural center for the Igbo people, where we will enjoy a traditional dance. Also, we will visit Ohafia, sacred city of the Igbo tribe. There, we will find the last big religious temple dedicated to the ancestors. We will be able to admire Igbo art at its best and one of the best examples of vernacular architecture in West Africa.

Oron tribe

On this trip to Southeastern Nigeria, we will have the opportunity to meet the Oron tribe, a minority known for their wooden funerary statues. In addition, we will have the honor of being received by King Oron in his palace.

Efik tribe

In Creek Town, we will meet the local chief and learn about the Efik alphabet. Efik tribal leaders are known for their colonial-era attire, which includes velvet skirts and top hats.

► We will enjoy the English colonial architecture

During this trip to Southeastern Nigeria, we will walk through the streets of Calabar, one of the oldest colonial settlements on the Nigerian coast, in search of the old colonial houses made of wood, as well as the colonial church and the museum, located in the former house of the British governor. Also, we will be able to admire beautiful examples in Creek Town and some other towns on our way back to Port Harcourt.

© Photos by Jordi Zaragozà Anglès taken during a trip to Southeastern Nigeria.

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