Ekpeye is the language of the Ekpeye people, descendants of Akalaka from the great Benin Empire. It belongs to the Igboid branch of the Niger-Congo language family and is spoken in the south-south geopolitical region of Nigeria. Today, the language is spoken by an estimated 225,000 people and remains an important expression of the Ekpeye people's history and cultural heritage.
This course offers learners the opportunity to explore the Ekpeye language while connecting with the traditions and stories it carries. By learning and using Ekpeye, students help celebrate and support the preservation of a unique linguistic and cultural legacy for future generations.