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Obedience is Better Than Sacrifice
Finally, someone the spider fears.
By Akunna Danugwu· 8 min read
Do We Live Once, Twice, or Forever?
The distance between the grave and the cradle is not always as wide as it seems in Igbo folklore
By Gospel Okoro· 9 min read
The Oriire Journal: Call for Submissions
We're opening a short call for original, deeply researched work on mythology, folklore and cultural memory for the first issue of The Oriire Journal. Submissions close on 1 November 2026.
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Gizzo and the Two Giants
Gizzo the Spider cannot overpower the Elephant or the Hippopotamus. So he turns their pride against them
By Bilkisu Sabiu· 8 min read
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All episodes →The Legend of Dahomey Amazons
The Dahomey Amazons were the all-female warrior regiment of pre-colonial West Africa, fighting alongside (and often outperforming) the men. Massoud joins this episode to tell their story.
A Conversation about Nigerian Foods
Nigerian food is the kind of subject that turns family arguments into hour-long debates. This episode is a back-and-forth on favourites and least favourites, and what shapes those preferences in the first place.
The Westernization of African Religions and vice versa
Christianity and Islam shaped African religious practice. The reverse is also true, and less talked about. This episode looks at the borrowing in both directions.
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