Tag: Ife

Benin People Left Eri, Aguleri Before Establishing Ife – Eze Eri

Eze Chukwuemeka Eri of Eri Community in Aguleri, Anambra state says that Benin people left Eri before establishing Ife. He also stated that the Igbo and Igala races also started from Eri, Aguleri. The traditional ruler made the statement during an interview with Daily Trust. He said; There is the need for us to look…… Continue reading Benin People Left Eri, Aguleri Before Establishing Ife – Eze Eri

Between Ife, Osun State and Ife, Imo State

We have told you of the pronouncement of prominent Yoruba and Igbo historians that the Igbos were the Aborigines of Ile Ife. Read Also: Between Ogbeonicha, Anioma Delta State and Ogbonicha/Alloma, Kogi State But do you also know that there is a town called Ife in Imo State, Igboland, Nigeria? It is in Ezinihite, Mbaise,…… Continue reading Between Ife, Osun State and Ife, Imo State

The First Igbos Had A Judeo-Nubian (Egyptian) Origin (New Info)

Recall that Igbodefender.com has been emphasizing in various articles over the years that the first Igbos have a Judeo-Nubian (Egyptian) origin. And today, we will look at those ancient connections with the Jews and Nubian Egyptians from the prism of substitutional atonement, a religious practice known to both cultures. The Igbo Jewish Connection Robert Greene…… Continue reading The First Igbos Had A Judeo-Nubian (Egyptian) Origin (New Info)

Ooni Of Ife Holds Talks With Ezeani Of Mmaku On Improving Igbo-Yoruba Ties

Ooni of Ife has hosted the Ezeani of Mmaku in his palace. The meeting was filled with royal pomp and pageantry. Both monarchs had a lot to say about the improved relationship between Igbos and Yorubas. Meetings like this will go a long way to improve Igbo-Yoruba relations. Remember that the Ooni recently cited the…… Continue reading Ooni Of Ife Holds Talks With Ezeani Of Mmaku On Improving Igbo-Yoruba Ties