POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN AGBOR AND OWA KINGDOMS, BEFORE 1900
Abstract
This study examines the political and economic relationship between the Agbor and Owa kingdoms before 1900, focusing on the dynamics that shaped their interactions in pre-colonial times. The research explores the shared cultural heritage, mutual trade practices, and political alliances that fostered cooperation between the two neighboring Ika-speaking communities in present-day Delta State, Nigeria. It also highlights instances of rivalry, boundary disputes, and competition for resources that occasionally strained their relationship. Drawing on oral traditions, historical records, and archival materials, the study reveals that while both kingdoms maintained political autonomy, they engaged in intermarriages, joint defense strategies, and reciprocal markets that strengthened inter-kingdom ties. The research concludes that these political and economic interactions not only reinforced cultural identity but also laid the foundation for a united Ika consciousness prior to colonial interference.
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