How the Crab Lost Its Shell: An Efik Folktale

Ethnic Origin: Efik Full Story In the waters of the Efik lands, the crab was once a majestic creature with a beautiful shell that shone like polished bronze. The crab…

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The Story of Ekpenyong and the Jealous Spirit: An Efik Tale

Ethnic Origin: Efik Full Story In the Efik lands near the Cross River, there lived a kind-hearted farmer named Ekpenyong. He was known for his bountiful harvests and generosity, often…

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The Story of Ekpo, the Spirit of the Masquerade: An Efik Tale

Ethnic Origin: Efik Full Story In the Efik lands of southeastern Nigeria, the Ekpo masquerade was more than just a cultural event—it was a sacred tradition tied to the spirits…

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The Legend of the Python Spirit: An Igbo Tale of Respect for Nature

Ethnic Origin: Igbo Full Story In an Igbo village nestled by a river, the people revered the sacred python as a spiritual protector. It was believed that the python carried…

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