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[1] Imiegba is a village in Edo state, precisely Etsako East local government in Nigeria
History
[edit]The Imiegba are a clan within the broader Etsakọ people of Edo State, Nigeria, The northern region of Edo State is home to the Etsakọ, an ethnic group distinguished by common values, history, and rituals among their member clans, including the Imiegba.[2][3] Imiegba is surrounded by other towns and villages like Okpekpe, Itsukwi, Imiakebu, Ebelle, Ukhomedokhai, Okeko, Ikphelli, Ukho, etc.
Culture
[edit]Every society has its own culture, which is its way of life. The Edo language is rich in meaning, but the word imiegba does not have a linguistic meaning on it's own.[4] The imiegba culture focuses on traditional knowledge systems, deep history of pottery, that fulfills both practical and spiritual roles, with particular pots such as the perforated, Additionally, the culture encompasses taboos that regulate pottery production to maintain community hygiene and highlights the interplay of art, science, technology, symbolism, and religion within the realm of pottery.[5]
Population
[edit]There isn't a specific population figure for Imiegba, but it is located in Nigeria, in the area inhabited by the Esan people, with an estimated total population of about 1 to 1.5 million. Imiegba is among various towns and villages near Okpekpe, which is the residence of a portion of the Ibie people.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ "Imiegba in Nigeria | Facts and Information about Imiegba - Places-in-the-World.com". places-in-the-world.com. Retrieved 2025-08-29.
- ^ "Mindat.org". www.mindat.org. Retrieved 2025-09-02.
- ^ "Okpekpe township – Okpekpe". Retrieved 2025-09-02.
- ^ admin (2017-11-02). "How did the name "Etsako" come to be? - Ogbona Elites". Retrieved 2025-09-02.
- ^ Russell-A., Deborah (2024-12-20). "Etsako Tribe in Edo State". Rex Clarke Adventures. Archived from the original on 2025-05-13. Retrieved 2025-09-02.
- ^ "Imiegba, Edo, Nigeria - Population and Demographics - CityFacts". www.city-facts.com. Retrieved 2025-09-02.