In Igbo tradition, the significance of kola nuts vary according to the number of lobes they have. Among them, the rare Oji Ogbi, the one-lobed kola nut, stands apart as a sacred anomaly. This Oji gbara otu is never eaten, only revered. Believed to belong solely to Chukwu, the Supreme Spirit, its appearance is seen as a powerful omen. This teaching explores the deep cultural and spiritual significance of Oji Ogbi.

In Igbo spirituality, the three-lobed kolanut, known as Oji Ikenga, is associated with the spirit of Ikenga, the force of willpower and masculine energy, this unique kola nut configuration is revered in rituals, blessings, and ancestral offerings. Regarded as the first truly positive omen among kolanuts, Oji Ikenga embodies Igbo reverence for spiritual balance, action, and ancestral guidance. This teaching explores its cultural and metaphysical significance.