Chimefula Research Centre

Chimefula Research Centre A Home for Igbo Historical Studies

18/08/2026

Rainmaking is one the core traditional Igbo practices that's instrumental in showcasing talents. It either withhold the rain for a clement weather or, it washes the earth in abundance for harvest and balance in the cosmic body.


17/08/2026

Rainmaking as a craft is nuanced and have various practices.

The speaker shared his opinion on genuine rainmaking practices.


Our discussants are getting ready.What about you?Come, let’s discuss. Let’s learn. Let’s protect our forests, farmlands ...
15/08/2026

Our discussants are getting ready.
What about you?

Come, let’s discuss. Let’s learn. Let’s protect our forests, farmlands and inheritance.

See you there!

Daalụ nụ!
Chimefula Research Centre

TODAY IN IGBO HISTORYAugust 12, 1989 - Remembering Samuel OkwarajiOn this day in the year 1989, Nigerian footballer and ...
12/08/2026

TODAY IN IGBO HISTORY

August 12, 1989 - Remembering Samuel Okwaraji

On this day in the year 1989, Nigerian footballer and lawyer Samuel Sochukwuma Okwaraji, an Igbo son from Imo State, died at the age of 25 after collapsing during Nigeria’s 1990 World Cup qualifying match against Angola in Lagos.

He was a talented footballer and a highly educated man. Okwaraji earned a Master’s degree in International Law while pursuing his football career in Europe. His passion for representing Nigeria made him a symbol of patriotism and sacrifice.

We remember Sam Okwaraji - a young life cut short, but a legacy that lives on.

Chimefula Research Centre

As usual, this programme will be held during our Ikoro this month.If you don't have a copy of the book, you can contact ...
11/08/2026

As usual, this programme will be held during our Ikoro this month.

If you don't have a copy of the book, you can contact us for direction on how to get it.

We look forward to seeing you.
Chimefula Research Centre

Visit us at 25 Awka Road, Beside Mandilas, Onitsha.Ndeewo nụ!
08/08/2026

Visit us at 25 Awka Road, Beside Mandilas, Onitsha.

Ndeewo nụ!

Our August IKORO is here!Save the date and join us for another engaging and enriching edition.Come, learn, discuss, and ...
07/08/2026

Our August IKORO is here!

Save the date and join us for another engaging and enriching edition.

Come, learn, discuss, and celebrate Igbo culture with us.

We look forward to seeing you.

Daalụ nụ!
Chimefula Research Centre

We sincerely appreciate everyone who participated in our Surname Video Challenge.We are also pleased to announce that al...
06/08/2026

We sincerely appreciate everyone who participated in our Surname Video Challenge.

We are also pleased to announce that all the winners have received their prizes.

Thank you for your enthusiasm and participation.

Daalụ nụ!
Chimefula Research Centre

The submission of videos for our Surname Video Challenge ended on Saturday.We are now reviewing and evaluating all the e...
02/08/2026

The submission of videos for our Surname Video Challenge ended on Saturday.

We are now reviewing and evaluating all the entries. The results will be announced soon.

We sincerely appreciate everyone who participated. Thank you for your interest and effort.

Daalụ nụ!
Chimefula Research Centre

From all of us at Chimefula Research Centre, we wish you a blessed, peaceful, and productive month of August.
01/08/2026

From all of us at Chimefula Research Centre, we wish you a blessed, peaceful, and productive month of August.

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