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Anioma Heritage Project Visits Ukwuani to Document their History

 So, our Anioma Heritage Project (AHP) led by my humble self, conducted a fieldwork Visit to Umuebu Kingdom near Obiaruku in Ukwuani LGA of Delta State.


We were received at t


he palace of the Ebu of Umuebu, where we met with the traditional ruler and a gathering of chiefs. The chiefs, numbering about twenty-five, were colourfully attired in traditional Ukwuani regalia; a coordinated uniforms that reflected both cultural pride and unity. They were well-prepared and eager to engage with us.


Among our hosts was His Royal Majesty, Donald Ekereuche, the Ebu of Umuebu, who proved to be highly learned, enlightened, and warmly disposed toward our research objectives. He demonstrated exceptional cooperation throughout the visit, personally responding to a substantial portion of our interview questions. The palace chiefs were equally impressive—disciplined, know


ledgeable, and deeply grounded in the cultural and historical traditions of their community.


His Majesty facilitated our visit to selected locations of cultural significance. It greatly enriched the scope and depth of our research. Overall, the visit to Umuebu Kingdom stands out as one of the most vibrant and enlightening experiences of our fieldwork thus far.


Many thanks to the Organization For the Advancement of Anioma Culture (OFAAC), initiators of the project. 


Enjoy photos from the visit.


Courtesy:


Pen Master


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