Slave Trade and its Resistance In The Gbewaa States — Both written and oral literature had it that the ordinary Dagbamba (Dagomba) man arrived in ancient Dagbon before the rulers, Naa Gbewaa and his descendants (Fusheini Yakubu 2013: 1). According to Tamakloe, when Naa Nyagsi and his father “Naa Sitobu” arrived in modern Dagbon in…
Dagbon, a region in the northern part of Ghana, is home to the Dagbamba (Dagomba) people who speak the most widely spoken language in the area. This language, known as Dagbani, has been passed down through generations via a complex system of oral literature. In this article, we will explore the significance of oral literature…
Antonyms and Synonyms in Dagbani Antonyms and Synonyms in Dagbani Language – Prominent in the oral literature of the Dagbamba is the use of a variety of antonyms and synonyms in communication. The lunsi (drummer) who are the custodians of Dagbon tradition, have to internalize as many antonyms and synonyms as possible. This is largely…
Dagbani idioms – Aside proverbs, larger part of communication among the Dagbamba rely on idioms. Strangely, a larger part of Dagbon (Dagbang) idioms are based on human body parts , animals and plants. It therefore common that, when idioms are said in Dagbon, you’ll often hear the mention of the head ( zuɣu ), ears…
Dagbani proverbs are a rich and vibrant part of the cultural heritage of the Dagbani people, an ethnic group predominantly residing in the Northern Region of Ghana. These proverbs passed down through generations, encapsulate the collective wisdom, values, and moral teachings of the Dagbani community. They offer insightful glimpses into the worldview, traditions, and social…
