The Igala people are an ethnic group of Nigeria. Their homeland, former Igala kingdom is a triangular area of about 14,000km2, and is bounded by the Benue and Niger rivers. The area was formerly a division of the Kabba province, and is now a part of Kogi State. The capital is called Idah in Kogi State.
The Igala people are lead by a figure called the Attah (“Father in English”). Female leadership is highly recognized in Igala, and their first leader was a female named “Ebule Jonu”; she was succeeded by her brother, Agana-Poje. Therefore, the first person to rule the kingdom was a female.
The Igala people are known for many delicious delicacies. 5 of their unique ones include:
Ogidigbo
Ogidigbo is a popular Igala delicacy. It is highly nutritious. It is a variation of moi moi made with corn.
Ijobu
Ijobu is another dish loved by the Igala people. It is made waldo with corn. Ijobu does not require much ingredients, but Ijobu will be best prepared by an individual that is an expert in making it.
Omaidi
The Omaidi delicacy, unlike the above listed dishes that are made with fresh corn, the Omaidi is made with millet. It does not require much ingredients.
Oro-Egbe
The Oro-egbe meal another Igala traditional meal that taste great. The only problem with preparing Ore-egbe is that it gets spoiled if kept for a long period of time.
Obo-Igogo Soup
Another delicious soup. You can decide to prepare it with Ugwu leaf or bitter leaf.
Sure you didn't know about this. Try making one of these soups and drop a comment.
