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The First Hospital Facility In Nigeria: The Sacred Heart Hospital, Abeokuta
April 19, 2022
The first hospital in Nigeria was the Sacred Heart Hospital in Abeokuta which was built by the Roman Catholic Mission in 1885. Sacred Heart Hospital is located in Lantoro, in the heart of Abeokuta South Local Government Area of Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, in the Southwest region of Nigeria. Read more about … Continue reading The First Hospital Facility In Nigeria: The Sacred Heart Hospital, Abeokuta
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Did You Know? The Fascinating History Of Abeokuta
April 19, 2022
The city of Abeokuta is the capital of Ogun State in South Western Nigeria. Home to more than half a million people, it sits 78 km north of Lagos and is a major stop on the interstate road running from Lagos to Ibadan. Read more about Did you know? An interesting fact about Abeokuta … Continue reading Did You Know? The Fascinating History Of Abeokuta
Where To Travel: Abeokuta
April 19, 2022
So the nation is on a lockdown, but that won’t be forever. Eventually, life will get back to normal as it is in China at the moment. Until then, there is no harm in dreaming of the next place to visit in Nigeria besides the places we’ve mentioned so far. Today we are looking at … Continue reading Where To Travel: Abeokuta
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ThrowBack Thursday – Abeokuta Women’s Revolt (1949)
April 19, 2022
The Abeokuta Women’s Revolt, also known as the Egba Women’s Tax Riot, was a resistance movement championed by the Abeokuta Women’s Union (AWU) and led by two middle-class women, Funmilayo Ransome Kuti and Grace Eniola Soyinka, in the late 1940s. The major issue which the movement revolted against centred on the imposition of unfair taxation … Continue reading ThrowBack Thursday – Abeokuta Women’s Revolt (1949)
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Helpful Little Articles: Hotels in Abeokuta
April 19, 2022
When you hear Abeokuta, the first thing you’d probably think of is Olumo Rock (the city practically sprouted of rocky formations on the banks of the Ogun River). If you are better informed, you’d probably know it is the Egba (Yoruba sub-group) heartland. If you know nothing at all, you at least know it is … Continue reading Helpful Little Articles: Hotels in Abeokuta
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5 Things To Do in Abeokuta This Christmas
April 19, 2022
Abeokuta, known for its ancient heritage, is the capital of Ogun State. People consider Abeokuta a calm city, more rural than urban. Its appeal draws in tourists, causing them to walk away with great memories worth testifying about. So if you find yourself in Abeokuta this Christmas, here are 5 things you can do to have more fun: Read … Continue reading 5 Things To Do in Abeokuta This Christmas
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ThrowBack Thursday: Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Abeokuta Women’s Union & How They Shaped Independence
April 19, 2022
When the founding fathers of Nigeria are mentioned, prominent politicians such as Alhaji Tafawa Balewa, Chief Obafemi Awolowo and Dr. Nnamdi Azikwe are usually the top on the list. Other individuals who have contributed in some way are oftentimes ignored or given little or no mention. Such censoring might be understandable especially as the full … Continue reading ThrowBack Thursday: Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Abeokuta Women’s Union & How They Shaped Independence
By adedoyin
Event Press Release: OnlineHubNG To Hold TechPreneurs HangOut in Abeokuta
April 19, 2022
The TechPreneurs HangOut is an annual convergence for coders, developers, programmers, graphics designers, creative curators, content writers, illustrators, digital enthusiasts, bloggers, social media handlers and tech policy makers in and around the city of Abeokuta, Ogun State and Nigeria as a whole to innovate, collaborate and explore new frontiers in this digital-driven emerging economy. Online … Continue reading Event Press Release: OnlineHubNG To Hold TechPreneurs HangOut in Abeokuta
The Maiden Abeokuta Technology Innovation Roundtable #ATIR17 holds on Saturday, 2nd December, 2017
April 19, 2022
The Online Hub Educational Services {aka @OnlineHubNG — www.onlinehubng.com} has expanded in scope and subject matter to hold the 1st Abeokuta Technology Innovation Roundtable for Tech Entrepreneurs with the theme, “Safe Online: Fundamentals of Digital and Social Media Security”. Abeokuta Technology Innovation Roundtable #ATIR17 is a convergence of awesome techpreneurs with straight-to-the-point talks focusing on … Continue reading The Maiden Abeokuta Technology Innovation Roundtable #ATIR17 holds on Saturday, 2nd December, 2017
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Plan to attend the TechPreneurs HangOut in Abeokuta
April 19, 2022
The TechPreneurs HangOut is an annual convergence for coders, developers, programmers, graphics designers, creative curators, content writers, illustrators, digital enthusiasts, bloggers, social media handlers and tech policy makers in and around the city of Abeokuta, Ogun State and Nigeria as a whole to innovate, collaborate and explore new frontiers in this digital-driven emerging economy. Online … Continue reading Plan to attend the TechPreneurs HangOut in Abeokuta
The Ake Arts and Book Festival 2016: Abeokuta set for a Celebration of Arts and Literature
April 19, 2022
For five days in the month of November, the city of Abeokuta will host a celebration of books, art and culture like no other. The Ake Arts and Book Festival 2016 will attract novelists, poets, actors, illustrators, musicians, activists and thinkers from all over the African continent to the city beneath the rock, where they … Continue reading The Ake Arts and Book Festival 2016: Abeokuta set for a Celebration of Arts and Literature
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Abeokuta- A City Under Rock
April 19, 2022
We are quite familiar with terms of cities built on hills or rocks. However, here is Abeokuta, renowned for the rocky landscape of its environments. The name Abeokuta literary translates into “under the rock” and the rocks provided refuge for the people of the town during times of war and slave hunting from towns like … Continue reading Abeokuta- A City Under Rock
Must-Visit Tourist Attractions in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
Nigeria, with its rich cultural diversity and breathtaking landscapes, is home to numerous tourist attractions that captivate visitors from around the world. If you’re planning a trip to this vibrant West African nation, here, I share some must-visit tourist attractions that promise an unforgettable experience. Read more about Travel Zuma Rock Towering over the … Continue reading Must-Visit Tourist Attractions in Nigeria
Affordable Christmas Getaways in Nigeria for Every Adventurer
April 19, 2022
The jingle bells are ringing, the aroma of spiced rice fills the air, and the excitement of Christmas is bubbling over. But amidst the joy of family reunions and delicious feasts, a familiar feeling might creep in holiday fatigue. If the bustling streets and crowded markets are starting to feel overwhelming, it’s time to … Continue reading Affordable Christmas Getaways in Nigeria for Every Adventurer
Nigerian, Helen Williams, Sets Guinness World Record for Longest Hand-Made Wig
April 19, 2022
A Nigerian woman, Helen Williams, has secured the Guinness World Record for crafting the longest hand-made wig. The wig she created measures an impressive 351.28 meters (1,152 feet 5 inches). Helen invested 11 days and two million naira (£2,000 or $2,500) in the meticulous construction of the wig, utilizing 1,000 bundles of hair, 12 cans … Continue reading Nigerian, Helen Williams, Sets Guinness World Record for Longest Hand-Made Wig
