Ibibio. The founding ethos of Egbo Collections. The Ibibio is a tribe native to southern Nigeria. The Ibibio people are brothers to various tribes and societies from the west of Cameroon to Southern Nigeria. The Ekpe (Egbo in today’s loose translation) society is a integral part of the Ibibio societal system. The Ekpe are known to be the secret society hidden within the jungle. Ekpe (Egbo) in translation means Leopard. The leopard skull represents the founding spirit and heritage expressed through this piece of jewelry.