And Their Spiritual Effect” The number “4” in Igbo culture denotes harmony, completeness, a perfect circle, same reason Orji (kolanut) that has been divided naturally into four (4) is perfect especially for prayers to your ancestors. The igbo market days holds a deep symbolic meaning, primarily through the four cardinal market days— Eke, Orie, Afor, and Nkwo —which represent the four essential elements of life: sun (fire), water, earth, and air, respectively. The Igbo Traditional Calendar Unlike the seven-day Gregorian calendar used worldwide, the Igbo calendar is built around a four-day week . Each week begins again after Nkwo, repeating the cycle of Eke → Orie → Afo → Nkwo . These days are not random labels but a sacred order that links people to their land, ancestors, and the spiritual world. Markets across Igboland are named after these days, and communities often identify themselves by which market day is most important to them. Dear Addicts Here – a PDF...
If one was to tell you they would like to start a snake farm, what would be your first reaction? Well, there is one located long Abuja-Keffi road and home to all types of snakes for display! To be honest i was shocked to even learn that there is a farm for snakes, very intriguing. I have never been a lover of snakes but common on! who wouldn't love to learn about this facinating creature? So, on my way to Kaduna North i decided to drop by seeing the sign post along the express-way and this was not a bad idea at all 😏 First, i thought it would be a farm for just snakes but i was amazed to see other animals there such as monkeys, porcupines, camels and horses. I would say this is my most mind-blowing activity so far, the reason being that generally snakes are seen as man's sworn enemy only to be killed on sight and here we are at a farm housing different species. So, here is the History; The destination is about 40KM from the Federal capital territory (FCT), also known as The T...