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Igala Wikimedia Community

Nigeria
LocationGlobal Online Community-based
Country code
  • NG
Founding dateAugust 3, 2022
Official language(s)
Other language(s)
LeadAgnesAbah
Key people
Dnshitobu
Henry Ojonugwa
Ogalihillary
Benjamin Blessing
ReportsIgala _wikimedia_community/Reports
Mobile number+234 (0)7034469421
E-mail address[1]
Mailing list[mailto:]
WhatsApp[2]
Twitterwikimedia @Igala wikimedia
Facebookwikimedia @Igala wikimedia
Instagramwikimedia/ @Igala wikimedia
YouTube[3]
MottoPromoting Wikimedia projects in Igala languages
Chapters (37)
Thematic organizations (2)
Wikimedia user groups (153)


Igala Wikimedia Communitʏ

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Igala people are an ethnic group in Nigeria, primarily found in the Kogi State, which is situated in the central region of the country. Igala, is a Central Sudanic language and is the mother tongue of the Igala people.

Igala is spoken by a significant population of over two million (2,000,000) people, and it is a vital means of communication within the Igala community. Igala language has its own unique linguistic features, including a distinct phonology, grammar, and vocabulary. While Igala is primarily spoken, there are also efforts to promote its written form and literary traditions.

Igala people have a rich cultural heritage with traditional customs, art, music, and dance playing important roles in society. The community has a history that spans centuries, and the traditional institutions, such as the Igala kingdom, have contributed to shaping the identity.

As with many indigenous communities, Igala language and culture face challenges in the modern era, including issues related to preservation, language vitality, and cultural adaptation. Efforts to document, preserve, and promote Igala language and cultural heritage are crucial for maintaining the richness of this community and passing it on to future generations. The community is dedicated to promoting Wikimedia projects

The Igala language has an ISO code igl.

The group's membership is open to all interested individuals.

Mission Statement

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To promote, document, and preserve the Igala language and cultural heritage through Wikimedia projects while fostering a community of contributors dedicated to creating and expanding knowledge in the Igala language across various Wikimedia platforms.

Vision Statement

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By 2026, the Igala Wikimedia Community will become a vibrant, recognized language hub contributing significantly to Wikimedia projects, with an active base of editors and cultural ambassadors promoting the Igala language, history, and heritage globally

Core Values

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Preservation: Commitment to preserving and promoting Igala language and culture for future generations. Collaboration: Working together to improve the quality and quantity of Igala content on Wikimedia platforms. Inclusion: Welcoming contributors from diverse backgrounds to strengthen the community. Education: Ensuring access to information and resources that promote literacy and cultural awareness.

Key Objectives:

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Expand Igala Content on Wikimedia Projects

  • Increase the number of Igala-language articles on Wikipedia, Wiktionary, and other Wikimedia projects.
  • Encourage the translation of important articles into Igala.
  • Promote contributions to Translatewiki and other platforms to integrate Igala language support.

Develop New and Existing Igala Editors

  • Organize training sessions, edit-a-thons, and mentorship programs for both new and experienced editors.
  • Provide resources and workshops to improve editing skills, article creation, and media uploading on Wikimedia Commons.

Promote Igala Language Awareness

  • Create campaigns to raise awareness of the Igala language and encourage its use on Wikimedia projects.
  • Collaborate with educational institutions and cultural organizations to promote Igala language preservation and Wikimedia engagement.

Document Igala Culture and Heritage

  • Use photographic and audio contests to gather and upload culturally significant images and recordings to Wikimedia Commons.
  • Collaborate with elders and cultural experts to document traditional customs, festivals, and oral histories.


Event photo Gallerʏ

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  • WikiForHumanRight campaign event 2024 in Igala Community
    WikiForHumanRight campaign event 2024 in Igala Community
  • UdehB Facilitating at WikiForHumanRight campaign event 2024 in Igala Community
    UdehB Facilitating at WikiForHumanRight campaign event 2024 in Igala Community
  • UdehB Facilitating at WikiForHumanRight campaign event 2024 in Igala Community
    UdehB Facilitating at WikiForHumanRight campaign event 2024 in Igala Community
  • Igala Language Revitalization Project Sponsored by Wikitongues
    Igala Language Revitalization Project Sponsored by Wikitongues
  • Igala Language community meetup
    Igala Language community meetup
  • Igala Wikimedia community traning by Agnes Abah
    Igala Wikimedia community traning by Agnes Abah
  • Dnshitobu Facilitating for revitalization of Igala Language
    Dnshitobu Facilitating for revitalization of Igala Language
  • Expanding Igala Language Access on Wikipedia.jpg
    Expanding Igala Language Access on Wikipedia.jpg
  • End of year(2023) celebration and Expanding Igala language Access on Wikipedia
    End of year(2023) celebration and Expanding Igala language Access on Wikipedia
  • Online WikiForHumanRight event 2024
    Online WikiForHumanRight event 2024
  • Tochi Precious Facilitating.jpg
    Tochi Precious Facilitating.jpg

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