Ụwa Ụtọ AI doesn’t just string words together; it channels the spirit of our oral traditions, weaving tales of Amadioha’s thunderous wrath, Ọjaadịlị’s unyielding courage, and Ala’s serene beauty—all in lyrical Igbo

—Jaachị Anyatọnwụ

For as long as I can remember, my love for Asụsụ Igbo has shaped my creative writing journey. Through poetry (and sometimes, music), I’ve sought to breathe life into my mother tongue, preserving the essence of our stories, songs, folktales, myths, and proverbs. But recently, I found myself asking what if technology could help amplify this mission?

That question led me to build an AI bot that composes Igbo poetry. This bot doesn’t just random verses, it generates poetry inspired by our ancestors, mythology, and heritage.

Ụwa Ụtọ AI doesn’t just string words together; it channels the spirit of our oral traditions, weaving tales of Amadioha’s thunderous wrath, Ọjaadịlị’s unyielding courage, and Ala’s serene beauty—all in lyrical Igbo.

The best partis that it also translates to English, making our poetic heritage more accessible to a wider audience.

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I’ve always believed that language evolves, and while we hold on to tradition, we must also embrace innovation. This AI bot is my way of ensuring that our Igbo poetry does not fade into obscurity but thrives in the digital age.

Want to experience it? Click here to try Ụwa Ụtọ AI bot here or search for Ùwà Ụtọ AI on the Poe app.

Improving Ụwa Ụtọ AI

To further develop Ụwa Ụtọ AI, I plan to focus on several key areas:

1. Expanded Content Library: I will continuously enrich the collection of Igbo stories, myths, and folklore to provide a more diverse range of inspiration for poetry.
2. User Feedback Integration: I will actively seek and incorporate feedback from users to refine the AI’s poetry generation and ensure it resonates with the community.
3. Enhanced Language Support: I will improve the AI’s understanding of nuances in Asụsụ Igbo, including dialects and idiomatic expressions, to create more authentic and culturally relevant poetry.
4. Collaboration with Local Artists: I will partner with Igbo poets and storytellers to gain insights and collaborate on projects that blend traditional art with AI-generated content.
5. Community Engagement: I hope to foster an active community through forums and events where users can share their poetry, participate in challenges, and discuss Igbo culture.
6. Educational Resources: I’ll develop guides and tutorials to help users understand the significance of Igbo poetry and how to effectively use the AI for creative writing.
7. Multimedia Integration: I will explore ways to combine poetry with visual art, music, and performance, creating a richer experience that celebrates Igbo culture.

By focusing on these areas, I aim to ensure that Ụwa Ụtọ AI not only preserves Igbo heritage but also engages and inspires future generations.

Want to experience it? Click here to try Ụwa Ụtọ AI bot here or search for Ùwà Ụtọ AI on the Poe app.