THATCH HOUSE IN OBOLO HISTORY
The
provision of shelter is an important aspect of life no man can
do without. The major comfort of man here on earth is
enhanced by the construction of a residential home where man
derives his convenience. To achieve this, buildings must be well
designed and efficiently constructed to exclude not only the
adverse environmental factors such as weather, noise and heat
but should provide adequate light and
ventilation. The construction of fantastic structures is a major
attribute of man that distinguishes him from the beast. Over
the years, Obolo man has developed some materials like thatches,
sticks, etc. for the construction of house. The application of
thatches in construction of shelter does not require much energy
to manufacture it unlike brick cement, steel, concrete, etc.
Thatch house building is simple and can be easily recycled. The
house being constructed on island provides air conditioning system
which provides cool air from the massive walls.
Thatching methods have traditionally been passed down from generation to generation in Obolo history. In most Obolo fishing settlement, the people uses thatches ( Aga ) to construct house for their fishing business. One could possibly ask why? The reason is not farfetched. The traditional thatch house is open to ventilation, it's easy and less expensive to construct. It can be loosen and taken to another location when water approaches the area. It does not require long term plan or the help of an expert. However, it's has the highest risk of fire.
In this amazing construction, Obolo man happily live and carry out his business. Some lived here and build mansion in the city, Some raised their children who are great men and women today.
Thatching methods have traditionally been passed down from generation to generation in Obolo history. In most Obolo fishing settlement, the people uses thatches ( Aga ) to construct house for their fishing business. One could possibly ask why? The reason is not farfetched. The traditional thatch house is open to ventilation, it's easy and less expensive to construct. It can be loosen and taken to another location when water approaches the area. It does not require long term plan or the help of an expert. However, it's has the highest risk of fire.
In this amazing construction, Obolo man happily live and carry out his business. Some lived here and build mansion in the city, Some raised their children who are great men and women today.
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