What is the traditional food of Idoma?
Mia Phillips
Updated on February 28, 2026
Okoho is the main traditional food peculiar to the Idoma people of Benue State, Central Nigeria. It is made from the plant Cissus populnea belonging to the family Amplidaceae (Vitaceae). It is a soup made from the Okoho stick which is very slimy after preparation.
How do you say my love in Idoma language?
In Idoma “ihotu” which means love, can be dissociated into two words “iho” and “otu”.
Is Idoma an Igbo?
Classified as a minority ethnic group and often mistaken to be part of the Igbo tribe, the Idoma people are known for one language – Idoma, which is classified in the Akweya subgroup of the Idomoid languages of the Volta–Niger family.
How much is Idoma bride price?
If the suitor is non-Idoma, he is to pay between N60,000 and N70,000, while as Idoma, the suitor is to pay between N40,000 and N50,000,” Monica said.
Where did Idoma originated from?
There are many divergent views as to the origin of Idoma people but most historians agree that Idoma people migrated from Apa in Kwararafa Kingdom after her distintegration.
What language is Idoma?
Idoma language
| Idoma | |
|---|---|
| Region | Benue State, Central Nigeria |
| Ethnicity | Idoma |
| Native speakers | (600,000 cited 1991) |
| Language family | Niger–Congo? Atlantic–Congo Volta-Congo Volta–Niger noi Idomoid Etulo–Idoma Idoma |
What is God’s name in Idoma?
Although there are some words, that can be translated into English as “god”. They are: Owoicho; Owo (or Owa);
What is husband in Idoma language?
Oba is the Idoma word for husband or groom.
What is king in Idoma language?
Masculine Idoma Names and their meanings
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Ochayi | King of Children/ Pride of the family |
| Oche/Otse | King |
| Ochefije | A person is worth more than money. |
| Ocheje | Only God knows |
Who is the first Ochidoma?
OGIRI OKO
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY OF THE 1ST OCH’IDOMA: HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS, OGIRI OKO. His Royal Highness, Ogiri Oko, Och’Idoma I was born in 1903 and he was the third son of his father, Oko Ode of Ai’Ode clan of Adoka and only son of his mother, Alonyenu (Anyenu) of Ai’Ochanya clan of Iga Okpaya.
What is Alekwu?
Alekwu, the most dreaded god in Idoma land highly forbids adultery and it has sets out ways by which offenders will be punished.
How do Idoma call God?
Traditional Food (Okoho Soup) The Idoma people are known for their love of food, as there is an annual food festival in Benue State to celebrate women and the various traditional cuisines. Most popular among their delicacies is the Okoho soup which is made with the peculiar Okoho plant, bush meat and many other ingredients.
Who are the Idoma people?
It is believed that Idoma people settled in present day Tiv Land before majority of Idoma people were pushed to their present day location while others found their way to present day Nassarawa and Cross Rivers States. Food is a big part of life in Idoma land and just as it is all over Nigeria, rice is the main staple food.
What are some examples of foodie idioms?
Everyone loves food, and can relate to foodie phrases, but remember that food idioms do not literally mean what they say. For example, if you say someone is a “bad apple” this implies that the person is a negative influence on others or is troublesome in nature. There are endless idioms connected with food.
What are the 4 Dialets of Idoma?
These dialets are Western Idoma (Okpokwu & Ogbadibo), Central Idoma (Otukpo & Ohimini), Southern Idoma (Ado) and Northern Idoma (Agatu & Apa). Others languages spoken in Idoma Land include Igede (Obi & Oju), Akweya (Akpa in Otukpo) and Ufia (Utonkon in Ado).
