NEGOTIATING NON-ADULTEROUS EXTRAMARITAL SEX IN A PATRIARCHAL SOCIETY: The Mgbowo Women of Southeastern Nigeria, 1919-2019

Electa Quinney Institute for American Indian Education

Presents

ANNUAL PUBLIC LECTURE MILWAUKEE-WISCONSIN, UNITED STATES.

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NEGOTIATING NON-ADULTEROUS EXTRAMARITAL SEX IN A PATRIARCHAL SOCIETY: The Mgbowo Women of Southeastern Nigeria, 1919-2019

By Vitalis Nwashindu

Join us for a fascinating exploration of the roles and experiences of Mgbowo women in Southeastern Nigeria over the past century.

Vitalis Nwashindu will discuss the challenges faced by these women in negotiating extramarital relationships within a patriarchal society, and how they have navigated these complexities over time.

This lecture promises to be both enlightening and thought-provoking, offering new insights into the dynamics of gender, power, and agency in a specific cultural context. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from a leading scholar in the field of African studies.

All are welcome to attend this free public lecture. Light refreshments will be served.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Venue: Merrill Hall 142

Time 1:00-2:00pm

Date: Feb. 29, 2024

Launch served at 11:30

ENUGU'S MGBOWO PHILANTHROPIST MR AKACHUKWU ESOM JR. SPONSORS QUIZ COMPETITION ON MGBOWO L'ESE HISTORY, CULTURE AND PRACTICE FOR THE STUDENTS OF GIRLS HIGH AND GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOLS

...Gifts Numerous Items to Brilliant Students and Staff

An Eziobodo Alaechara Mgbowo born abroad-based businessman, CEO TECNO HOUSE LIBERIA, a Renowned philanthropist, Youthful enterpreneur, resilient and ardent cultural enthusiast cum strong believer in the Mgbowol'ese project. Mr Akachukwu Esom Jr. Accompanied by notable dignitaries some of whom are worthy friends, relatives, and associates, visited the two major girls' schools in Mgbowol'ese On Thursday, 22nd, and Friday, 23rd February 2024, in his bid to give back to the immediate society where he began his life's journey which later culminated with a resounding success story.

Mr Akachukwu Esom Jr. Who spoke through Barr. Chike Udeze Esq. after the quiz test, which centred on the ancient history of Mgbowol'ese, its dynamic culture as well as the practice, promised the students more goodies and urged them to live by the Mgbowol'ese culture even as they take their studies more seriously in order to excel in their future endeavors be it academic or otherwise. 

He further volunteered to assist any of the students even after school, who may be unable to further their studies due to unforseen circumstances. 

The numerous items gifted to the deserving students and staff includes

(1) android infinix smart 8 enabled phones for the students whose performance in the  quiz was brilliant  and their class teacher who taught them

(2) Another category of web enabled android phones for those  students who are on preparation for their WAEC exams, so as to aid them on their research needs wherever possible.

(3) food items ranging from canned malted drinks,Indomie noodles to the  general students and staff as palliative care to help ameliorate the harsh economic situation of Nigeria on the citizens especially in his immediate environment

(4) Company's branded materials such as shirts, face caps, etc.

(5)Sanitary materials, toiletries, and other sundry items

May God bless, keep Mr. Akachukwu Esom Jr., and lift him up even higher as he gives back to his immediate society.