The Abaja Ibos, with the advice of the District Officer, in the Udi division of Nigeria, build a maternity home and show how ancient prejudices are overcome in the development of their territory.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
002686
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Nigeria
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Village communities - Africa
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Public health - Nigeria
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)