1938 Account Reportedly Describes Ten Pyramidal Structures in Ezza Land

A 1938 account attributed to British missionary and anthropologist G. T. Basden states that he was shown ten pyramidal structures at Nsude in Ezza land. The structures were reportedly about 10 feet high, with circular bases and stepped sides, and were associated with the worship of Ala, the Earth deity. The post links this account to Ezza oral history and a royal crown said to have been taken from Onueke during the colonial era. It argues that the Nsude site deserves independent archaeological investigation and stronger protection. Rather than treating the claims as settled history, relevant Nigerian heritage authorities, archaeologists and researchers should examine the cited text, verify the location and assess whether any remains can still be documented. A proper survey could help establish the historical significance of the site.

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