Nneamaku bore him five children, which were Agulu (founder of Aguleri), Menri (often shortened to Nri, founder of the kingdom of Nri), Onugu (founder of Igbariam), Ogbodulu (founder of Amanuke), and Iguedo (a daughter who bore the founders of five other regions). It is believed that the legends of Eri and Nri were influences for upcoming kings, who were called Eze Nri (King of Nri). Though Christianity is not the predominant religion amongst Igbo communities, the Igbo have converted to Christianity more than any other ethnic group in Africa. In recent years, Igbo rulers have placed more of a focus on uniting all Igbo communities across Nigeria. Top image: A statue of Eri, the mythical founding king of the Igbo people of northwestern Africa.

Source: The Guardian April 20, 2022 00:03 UTC