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Title:A note on Ijo number symbolism
Authors:Williamson, KayISNI
Timitimi, A.O.
Year:1970
Periodical:African Notes: Bulletin of the Institute of African Studies, University of Ibadan
Volume:5
Issue:3
Pages:9-16
Language:English
Geographic term:Nigeria
Subjects:number systems
Ijo
symbols
Abstract:Among the Kolokuma Ijo of the Niger Delta odd numbers in general, and three in particular, are associated with men, while even numbers in general, and four in particular, are associated with women. The number seven is associated with the great divinities of the clan, such as Kolokuma Egbesu, and is therefore normally avoided. Examples of the several positions are given. Ref.