In traditional Igbo society, "ana obi" (literally, "land of the obi" or "ancestral compound land") is not normally sold. Here's why:
1. It’s usually where the obi (head of the family) resides or where ancestors are buried.
2. Selling ana obi is often a taboo because it means cutting ties with one's lineage or ancestors.
3. It is believed that ancestors dwell or rest spiritually in that land.
4. The land typically belongs to the entire lineage or extended family, not one individual.
5. Family ceremonies are conducted on this land, especially funerals, burials, and ancestral veneration.
Are all Igbo lands ancestral lands? No. Those lands in the cities are not ancestral lands and are available for sale to the highest bidder.
That is why Dr. Adeniyi, who did his NYSC in the East, could buy land and build one of the biggest hospitals in Mbaise.
That is why Alhaji Jimoh Rauf Gbadamosi could build a stadium for the people of Ibagwa-Aka in Enugu State.
You can add to the list. #igbo
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1. It’s usually where the obi (head of the family) resides or where ancestors are buried.
2. Selling ana obi is often a taboo because it means cutting ties with one's lineage or ancestors.
3. It is believed that ancestors dwell or rest spiritually in that land.
4. The land typically belongs to the entire lineage or extended family, not one individual.
5. Family ceremonies are conducted on this land, especially funerals, burials, and ancestral veneration.
Are all Igbo lands ancestral lands? No. Those lands in the cities are not ancestral lands and are available for sale to the highest bidder.
That is why Dr. Adeniyi, who did his NYSC in the East, could buy land and build one of the biggest hospitals in Mbaise.
That is why Alhaji Jimoh Rauf Gbadamosi could build a stadium for the people of Ibagwa-Aka in Enugu State.
You can add to the list. #igbo
#Davido
In traditional Igbo society, "ana obi" (literally, "land of the obi" or "ancestral compound land") is not normally sold. Here's why:
1. It’s usually where the obi (head of the family) resides or where ancestors are buried.
2. Selling ana obi is often a taboo because it means cutting ties with one's lineage or ancestors.
3. It is believed that ancestors dwell or rest spiritually in that land.
4. The land typically belongs to the entire lineage or extended family, not one individual.
5. Family ceremonies are conducted on this land, especially funerals, burials, and ancestral veneration.
Are all Igbo lands ancestral lands? No. Those lands in the cities are not ancestral lands and are available for sale to the highest bidder.
That is why Dr. Adeniyi, who did his NYSC in the East, could buy land and build one of the biggest hospitals in Mbaise.
That is why Alhaji Jimoh Rauf Gbadamosi could build a stadium for the people of Ibagwa-Aka in Enugu State.
You can add to the list. #igbo
#Davido
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