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Let's paint a more sonic picture of Ifite, Awka...

Imagine yourself standing at the center of Ifite-awka, surrounded by the cacophony of everyday life. The air is filled with the hum of activity, a symphony of sounds that flow throughout the day.

In the distance, you hear the constant rumble of motorcycles and cars navigating the roads, their horns occasionally punctuating the air like a discordant note. Closer by, the chatter of pedestrians and vendors fills the air, their lively conversations and laughter weaving in and out of the soundscape like a rich tapestry.

But amidst the vibrancy, you can't help but notice the underlying din – the cacophony of car horns and the constant chatter that can be overwhelming. Even the scent of fresh fruits or foodstuffs, enticing as it is, can't mask the smell of exhaust fumes and burning trash.

The vendors call out to potential customers, their melodic voices rising above the din, but even their enthusiasm can't drown out the sounds of frustration – the honking of horns, the shouting of pedestrians, and the occasional clash of angry voices.

As you listen more closely, you pick up on the sounds of everyday life – the chatter of people passing nearby and the occasional barking of dogs. But you also hear the sounds of struggle – the rumble of generators, the cry of hawkers, and the constant hustle and bustle of people trying to make a living.

The sounds of Ifite, Awka, are a complex tapestry of sights, sounds, and smells – a reflection of the community's energy, vitality, and resilience, but also its challenges, frustrations, and contradictions. Even in the midst of beauty, there is noise; and even in the midst of noise, there is beauty.

Listen to the soundscape of Ifite, Awka….



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