Mbiakonumbauwa: Mmonwu Ijele Onyinye Ndi Igbo Nyere Odinala Mbauwa

Nneke Charles Azubuike

Abstract


The study surveyed Ijele masquerade with the aim of redirecting the Igbo peoples’ attention to its rich cultural heritage, mostly this period when the world is fast becoming a global village. Ijele masquerade is held at high esteem amongst the Igbo, hence it is important to remind them of the need to take good care of it as a great contribution to the culture of globalization. This study is provoked on the passion to establish the need to guard the Ijele masquerade of Igbo Tradition with pride. The study area is on the Oral Literature. The data used in the study are sourced from personal observation, oral interview, library and internet. ‘Archtypal Theory’ is adopted for analysis of the study because of its deep concern on searching for universal symbols in the works of art. The findings revealed that Ijele masquerade of Igbo Tradition is a work of art that portrays the universal symbol of mask. It is a special contribution of Igbo to the culture of globalization. The research work will be of great value to the public, and any person interested in the study of globalization and Ijele masquerade.

Full Text:

PDF

References


Agbo, J.N.(2011). “The Crisis of Identify and the Quest for Development in Africa: The place of

Leadership in creating new culture’’. In Agu, D.C.(ed) UJAH: Unizik Journal of Arts and

Humanities. Vol.12, No2. Awka: Fab Ameh. pp:204-239.

Ajawole, J.O. (2010). “Msic and Globalization: A Manage of Improvement in AJRA: Awka

Journal of Research and the Arts. pp: 222-235.

Ajayi, S.I. (2003). “Globalization and Africa’s Dilemma: The Myth and Reality.†Nigerian

Tribune, November 28.

Anyanwu, U. D. (2003). Aspects of History and International Studies. Owerri, R. Atlas Enter

prises.

Amankulo, N. (2002). “The Art of Dramatic Art in Igboland.†In Ofomata, G.E.K. (ed.) A survey

of the Igbo Nation. Onitsha: Africana pp: 399-412.

Aniako, C. C. (2002). “Art in the Culture of Igboland.†In Ofomata, G. E. K. (ed.) A Survey of

the Igbo Nation. Onitsha: Africana. Pp. 300-349.

Asigbo, A. C. (2012). “Transmutations in Masquarade Costumes and Performance: An

Examination of Abuja Carnival 2010.†In Agu, D. C. (ed.) Unizik Journal of Arts and Humanities. Awka: Fab Anieh. pp:1-13.

Anto-Danso, I. (ed.) “Navigating Globaliztion, African’s Antenna-Pan-Africanism and the New

Partnership for African’s Development.†In ………pp:40-164.

Chukuezi, A. B. (2001). Akq Bx Ndx. Lagos: Longman.

Dobie, A. B. (2012). Theory into Practice: An Introduction to Literary Criticism. Boston:

Wadsworth.

Echeruo, M J. C. (1981). “The Dramatic Limits of Igbo Ritualâ€. In Ogunbiyi Y. (ed.) Drama and

Theatre in Nigeria: A Critical Source Book. Lagos: Nigeria Magazine pp: 136-148.

Ekegbo, R. N. (2005). Xwa Onye na Chi Ya. Awka: D. U. C Countinental.

Enekwe, O. (1981). “Myth, Ritual and Drama in Igbolandâ€. In Ogunbiyi, Y. (ed.) Drama and

Theatre in Nigeria: A Critical Source Book. Lagos: Nigeria Magazine pp: 149-163.

Eze, P.C.(2014). The significance of African Literature in the Face of Globalization: The case of

Ubesie’s Xkpana Opkoko Buuru and Mmiri Qkx E ji Egbu Mbe.†In Nnyigide, N.,

Ezeuko, R..,Nwokoye, N., and Eyisi, J.(ed) The Eagle of Igbo Literature: A Festschrift in

Honor of Prof. G.O. Onyekaonwu (Etigbuchaa Eziokwu) Nimo: Rex Charles & Patrick

Publication.

Giddens, A. (1999). Run Away World. London: Profile Books.

Ikeokwu, E.S. and Onyejekwe, M.C. (2004) Mmalite Ọmxmxna Nghá»ta Ejije Igbo Qd[naala na

Qlorq á»hxx. Enugu: Cidjap Press.

Iroegbu, P. (1994). Enwisdomization and African Philosophy. Owerri: International University

Press.

Ibekwe, E.U. (2013). “Traditional Music and Global Implications.†In Okeke, T. (ed).

AMA: Journal of Theatre and Cultural Studies. Vol.8. Nov.1. Nkpor: Brystev and

Publishers. Pp: 92-103

Kennedy, X. J. and Gioia, D. (2007). Literature: An Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, Drama and

Writing. New York: Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data.

Madu, J. E. (2004). “Igbo Masquarade Agent for Social Control and Adjustment.†In Honest to

African Cultural Heritage. Onitsha: Coskan Associates Printer & Publishers. pp: 51-58.

Maduekwe, J. C. (n.d.). “Ego na-Ekwuâ€. In Emenanjo, N. (ed.) Utara Nt[. Ibadan: Evans

Brothers Nigria Publishers.

Nwachukwu, E. O. (2003). “Rythms of Igbo Spiritism: A Reflection on some Igbo Music and

Dances Associated with the Belief in Spirits.†In Umeogu, B. (ed.) Ogirisi: A New

Journal of African Studies. Amawbia: Lumos Press. pp: 160-175.

Nwadike, I. U. (1992). Ntqala Agxmagx. Nigeria: Ifunanya Publishers.

___________ (2003). Agxmagx Qd[nala Igbo. Onitsha: Africana.

Nwokike, J. (2005). Pottery and Cultural Life of Awha People. Enugu: Mical Comm.

International.

Nzekwu, O. (1981). “Masquerade.†In Ogunbiyi, Y. (ed.) Drama and Theatre in Nigeria: A

Critical Source Book. Lagos: Nigeria Magazine. pp: 131-135.

Njoku, F.O.C.(nd). Power, Politics, Development and the Metaphysics of Globalization. In

Oguejiofor J.O.(ed) Philosophy, Ideology and Civil Society. Owerri: Living Flames

Resources. pp: 119-139.

Obamiro, J. K; Onsajinmi, D. B and Akande, A. O. (2008). “Assessing the Financing of Micro

Enterprises in Ota, Ogun State.†In Umebali, E.E (ed.) Nigerian Journal of Cooperative

Economics and Management. Nimo: Rex Charels and Patrick. pp: 105-115.

Obasi, G. O. (2010). “The Role of Audience in a Drama and Theatre, Conpilation of Modern

Igbo Drama Books Starting from the First.†Unpublished. Department of Igbo, African

and Asian Studies Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.

Ogu-Raphael, I. (2009) “The Medium of Theatre as an Alternative Conflict Resolution

Mechanism: A Case for the Niger Delta.†In Oguejiofor, J. O. and Odimegwu, F. H.

(eds.) Unizik Journal of Arts, and Humanities. Awka: Valid Publishing. pp: 75-85.

Okeke, T. J. (2009). “Oral Literature and Feministy: The Igbo Example.†In Oguejiofor, J. O

(ed.) Unizik Journal of Arts and Humanities. Awka: Valid Publishing Company. pp: 172-

Oked[adi, N .A. (2003). Ije Xwa. Enugu: Fulladu Publishing.

Okodo, A. I. (2009). “The Igbo Masquerade as a Disciplinarian.†In Aghamelu, F, and

Asomugha, C. (eds.) Readings in African Thought and Culture. Aguata: Strong Tower

Book Publishers. Pp: 258-270. Okodo, A. I. (2003). “Cultural Similarities and Variations

of the Nigerian Peopleâ€. In Unachukwu, G. C., Ojiakor, N and Okafor, G (eds.) Nigerian

Peoples and Culture. Enugu: John Jacob’s Classic Publishers. pp: 43-56.

Qnxegbu, T. (2006). “Ego.†In Nwadike, I. U. (ed.) Akqnauche, Obosi: Pacific Publishers.

Onwuneme, D. G. C. (2013). “Mmqnwx Qzqebune: A True Presentation of Igbo Traditional

Dramaâ€. Unpublished. Edemede Nchqcha PhD Department of Igbo, African and Asian

Studies Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.

Onyeneke, A. O. (1987). “The Dead Among the Living: Masquerade in Igbo Societyâ€.

Unpublished. Holy Ghost Congregation, Province of Nigeria and Asele Institute.

Odimegwu, I. (2008). Integrative Personhood: A Communalist Metaphysical Anthropology.

London Transaction Publishers.

Tijan, H.O. (2011). “Globalization, Institution and Public Private Partnership: The Nigerian

Experince.†In Nkamnebe, A. D, Muo, M.C, Nnabuife, E., Osisioma, H., Nzewi, H.,

Nwankwo, F., Anazodo, R.N and Akpan, P.(eds.) Managing Public Private Partnership

for Africa’s Properity. Nimo: Rex Charles & Patrick. pp:385-398.

Uchendu, V. C. (1965). The Igbo of Southern Nigeria. New York: Holt Reinharzt and Winston.

Ufford, I. I. (2002). “Identity of the Ibibio Woman in Performance: A Study of Mboppo, and

Ebre Dances.†In Okwori, J.Z (ed.) Nigerian Theatre Journal. Lagos: Dat & Partners

Logistics. pp: 140-149.

Ugonna, N. (1981). “Eze Igbozue: An Igbo Masquerade Playâ€. In Ogunbiyi, Y. (ed.) Drama and

Theatre in Nigeria: A Critical Source Book. Lagos: Nigeria Magazine pp. 495-503.

_____________(1983). Mmonwu: A Dramatic Tradition of Igbo. Lagos: University Press.

Ugwunnadi, I. (2006). “Ebube Mma.†In Nwadike, I. U. (ed.) Akqnauche. Obosi: Pacific

Publishers.

Ukwamedua, N. U. (2012). “Philosophy in Dialogue with Culture through Hermeneutics.†In

Agu, D. C (ed.) Unizik Journal of Arts and Humanities. Awka: Fab Anieh. pp: 184-204.

Umezinwa, E. (2006). “{gba Mmqnwx Amiyi: An Organological Study.†In Paradise in the Arts

Celebrating Prof. C. C. Agbidike. Awka: Afab Educational Books. pp: 481-486.

Utoh–Ezeagugh, T.C. (2010). “Globalization of Cultural and culture of Globalization: Impact on

Autochchonous Body Design Traditions.†In Chiegboka, A.B.C, Utoh-Ezeajugh, T.C &

Udechukwu, G.I (eds.) The Humanities and Globalization in the third Millennium. Nimo:

Rex Charles & Patrick.

Nd[ m Gbara Ajxjx Qnx

Edozie, U. (2015). Q bx onye Nteje gbara afq iri ise na asatq, q bx onye qrx ugbo. Okwu qnx ya

banyere etimmmqnwx Ijele na Nteje 04/04/015.

Iloegbunam, P. (2014). Q bx onye Xmxqba Anam gbara afq iri asaa, q bx onye qrxnka. Okwu

qnx ya banyere qrxnka awxrx Ijele n’Xmxoba Anam na 18/11/2014.

Iloegbunam, P. (2015). Q bx onye Xmxqba Anam gbara afq iri asaa na otu, q bx onye qrxnka.

Okwu qnx ya banyere qrxnka na etimmmqnwx Ijele n’Xmxqba Anam 12/03/015.

Nnekwe, A. (2015). Q bx onye Xmxqba Anam gbara afq iri asaa na ise, q bx onye qrx ugbo.

Okwu qnx ya banyere mmqnwx Ijele n’Umuqba Anam 11/4/015.

Nweke, M. (2015). Q bx onye Nteje gbara afq iri ise na asatq, q bx onye qrxaka ma na-etikwa

[gba. Okwu qnx ya banyere etimmmqnwx Ijele na Nteje 24/04/015.

Nweke, O. (2015). Q bx onye Ifite Ogwuari gbara afq iri ise na atq, q bx onye qrx bekee. Okwu

qnx ya banyere etimmmqnwx Ijele n’Ifite Ogwuari 15/04/015.

Udeoba, O. D. (2015). Q bx onye Iyiqra Anam gbara afq iri anq, q na-azx ah[a. Okwu qnx ya

banyere etimmmqnwx Ijele n’ Iyiqra Anam 03/03/015.


Refbacks

  • There are currently no refbacks.