By S. J. S. Cookey, F. I. Ekejiuba, Edet A. Udo, and J.n. Amankulor
One of the major themes of Igbo history which is yet to be written is the development of the slave trade and its political and social impact on the former Eastern Region of Nigeria. Unfortunately, the evidence necessary for undertaking this study has not been assembled so that a general overview can be taken.