Izu Igbo – Days of the Week (Eke, Orie, Afo, Nkwo)
In Igbo culture, time is not just measured by numbers or dates—it’s a rhythm deeply tied to nature, spirituality, and community. The Igbo traditional week, known as “Izu Igbo,” is made up of four unique days that shape trade, worship, and social interaction: Eke, Orie, Afo, and Nkwo. Unlike the seven-day week of the Western calendar, the Igbo week (Izu) follows a four-day cycle that repeats … Read more