In this enlightening episode, Dr. Ozoemezinam Ezuma — an Igbo industrialist, philosopher, and traditionalist — discusses the foundations of unity and solidarity among Ndigbo. He emphasizes the spiritual and moral values that bind Igbo society through Ofo na Ogu, Nso Ana, and Umunna. According to him, unity cannot exist without truth, purity, and respect for ancestral order.
00:00 - Montage
01:58 - Introduction
02:58 - Arondizuogu Masquerades
05:17 - I dine with the little children from my community
09:02 - The importance of Ofo na Ogu in the life of every Igbo person
12:02 - Igbos are bearing the consequences of rejecting their roots
14:16 - The role of Umunna in Igbo community
20:27 - Why you can't build an Obi alone
25:30 - You need to conform with your Umunna
26:34 - The key takeaways from this interaction
27:40 - Appreciation
27:51 - Conclusion
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GUEST ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND CONSENT
Ndigbo Viva thanks Dr. I.O. Ezuma for sharing valuable insights that have enriched our mission to advance Igbo civilization.
This video was made with the informed consent of Dr. I.O. Ezuma in line with YouTube Policies. All views expressed by Dr. I.O. Ezuma do not represent the position of Ndigbo Viva.
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Title: “Guts Before Glory” by Naem Sparta (RetroSynth Records, 17 Jul 2025): musicbrainz.org/recording/31f4d30d-31eb-4e84-8ac8-59aaf818783e
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TEAM ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Host: Akachukwu Nwankpo (Oputaifeadi)
Visual Editing: Emeka Okorie
Blog Website Mgt: Chukwukadibia Ekene
Research support: Esther Ime
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