Unlock the rich cultural heritage of the Igbo people with Atlanta's Igbo Teacher, Mr. Obie Njoku. Passionate and dedicated to teaching the Igbo language, his workshops allow you to immerse yourself in the vibrant West African culture.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your fluency, his tailored lessons and interactive approach will empower you to communicate confidently in Igbo. Discover the beauty of this language and connect with the Igbo community like never before. Join us on this incredible language journey today.
In this twenty-first century, what it means to be Igbo, particularly Diaspora Igbo, is evolving. My experience working in various capacities to bridge Igbo language and culture challenges has brought me to the unsavoury realization that, despite earnest efforts, many of our Diaspora Igbo brothers and sisters may never master our language to an appreciable degree.
Nnọọ! Welcome! In this twenty-first century, what it means to be Igbo, particularly Diaspora Igbo, is evolving. My experience working in various capacities to bridge Igbo language and culture challenges has brought me to the unsavoury realization that, despite earnest efforts, many of our Diaspora Igbo brothers and sisters may never master our language to an appreciable degree.
In addition to that, we still grapple with the complex issue of identity, hence the question, “What does it really mean to be Igbo today?” Language is undoubtedly the password for accessing the larger culture. But we do not want to make anyone feel less Igbo because of their language limitations! Moreover, it is not just language limitation; there is the underlying question of “Cultural Competency.” Yet, we also do not want to make anyone feel inadequate because some aspects of our culture are not accessible to them.
In spite of such limitations, second-generation Diaspora Igbo men and women are starting families and doing their best to raise their Igbo children outside Igbo land. How do we navigate these crossroads? My goal here is to create a space where we can have these conversations in a safe, robust, and up-building manner. This must remain a safe space; an inclusive community of open-minded people who want to bring solutions! Support us with your ideas: let us chat, debate, blog, and flesh out what it means to be culturally Igbo and how you approach your Igbo identity when your dominant enculturation happened or is still happening outside Igbo land.
“ I needed a crash course in preparation for my fist visit to Nigeria to meet the other side of my family. Obie equipped me with the skills and suggestions that I needed to get through. That was a lifesaver”
Jane Faber, New York
“Finding Obie in time to work with me an my client for a deposition hearing felt like godsent help at the last minute. I strongly recommend his services.”
John Smith, Jersey City
“Obie is a real credit to his profession. He guided me on a learn fast (Hausa) program for a short World Bank assignment to Abuja, Nigeria. Thank you.”
Marie Bonfere, Paris