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Chielo

femaleFirst seen chapter 6Last seen chapter 16

Chielo is the priestess of Agbala and friend of Ekwefi Chielo, the priestess of Agbala, proclaims prophecies, carries Ezinma, leads a night journey toward the hills and caves, and repeatedly chants Agbala's name. The priestess (Chielo) enters Okonkwo’s compound, places Ezinma on a bed, and leaves without speaking. Denounces the Christian converts as the clan’s excrement.

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