Akwali Omumu by Dibia Oji-Ugo Ijele

In this teaching, Dibia Oji-Ugo Ijele expounds on Akwali Omumu as a foundational earth goddess and revered "Potter of Wealth" in Igbo spirituality, responsible for bestowing both children and prosperity upon her community. She acts as a powerful guardian of women and childbirth, ensuring safe pregnancies and deliveries, and she serves as the ultimate judge of the ancestors, determining their path after death based on how well they honored tradition in life. Oji-Ugo tells us that to neglect this merciful yet potent Queen Mother is to invite barrenness and misfortune, but by recognizing and aligning with her, a family can unlock its destined wealth and continuity, embracing the powerful heritage left by the forefathers.