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Values & Governance Seat

Igbo Oha-na-Eze Assembly Ground (Nnewi)

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About

The Oha-na-Eze (People and King assembly) tradition at Nnewi in Anambra State exemplifies Igbo republican governance. The assembly grounds served as open-air parliaments where titled elders, age-grade representatives, and community members debated policy, resolved disputes, and made collective decisions. The principle of "Igbo enwe eze" (Igbo have no kings) reflects the philosophical commitment to consensual governance, where authority derives from community mandate rather than hereditary rule.

Location Details

Latitude: 6.0167
Longitude: 6.9167

Approximate (within town)

About This Data

Values and governance seats represent locations associated with traditional Nigerian moral philosophy, justice systems, and communal governance.

Locations are approximate and treated with cultural sensitivity.

Sources

  • Nnadiebube Journal of Philosophy - Igbo Gods and Goddesses

    Academic (Kanu, 2018) (2018)

  • Nigerian Governance & Philosophy Research

    Academic (compiled)

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