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In Igbo culture, land holds a sacred and paramount place. Traditionally, land ownership is passed down through generations, often forming the backbone of Igbo social structures and economic activity. In pre-colonial Igbo society, land was viewed as both a resource for survival and a symbol of prestige. The land was communal, and each member of the community was expected to contribute to it.
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The Biafran War (1967–1970), also known as the Nigerian Civil War, remains a defining chapter in the history of the Igbo people. The conflict, which arose when the southeastern region of Nigeria declared independence as Biafra.