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Synopsis
This work begins by presenting a brief history of origin of Ejagham people. It then goes on to record in some details the different cultural forms that make up cultural identity of Ejagham community-Oban people. The book treats cultural practices around birth, marriage, initiation, death, etc. It also looks at cultural arts such as legends, fables, proverbs, dances, and masquerades. This work attempts to show that some of cultural forms such as fables and proverbs do hold deep meanings and lessons for today.
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About the Author
Emmanuel Nyenabone Nyong Edet is an Ejagham son, born in Oban. He is a Catholic missionary priest with keen interest in the culture of Ejagham and Oban people in particular. His interest grew from a special relationship he had with his grandfather, who introduced him into culture and wisdom of Ejagham Oban. He has bachelor of arts degrees in philosophy and religous studies. During his studies of theology, he did a diploma course in African studies in Nairobi, Kenya. This study challenged him to take study of culture and religion of Ejagham Oban seriously. This work is the fruit of his many years of ethnographic reflection on the tradition and practices of his Oban people.
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