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Popular Nigerian Food the World Should Know and Love

Nigeria is the most populated country in Africa and one of the world’s most ethnically diverse countries. Each ethnic group in Nigeria has its own regional special customs and traditions that make them unique. Nigeria is also blessed with bountiful

Bellafricana: Making African Crafts Globally Accessible

There is something eccentric about the lover of culture that mere admirers may not be able to figure out on the spot. In case you have been struck with awe by one of these culture enthusiast, especially the African culture,

Small World Organisation: Giving to Charities in Nigeria Since 1996

It is rare to find a collection of people from different countries all over the world. Both black and white are a large variety; little coincidence on why the Small World theme for 2016 is “World of Colours”. The world

Ikot-Ekpene: A Land, its People and its Craft

A popular and historic city in Akwa Ibom State, Ikot Ekpene also referred to as “raffia city”, is largely regarded as a citadel of arts. The city derives its name from the village of Ikot Ekpene which originally was made

Mind Your Manners

Photo Credit: Jack Hollingsworth/Photodisc/Getty Images Manners at the table are a small but significant part of politeness, respectability and civility. Children and adults need the reinforcement of good table manners that can occur only when a family eats together regularly.

Letter to Ken Saro-Wiwa

Dear Ken, It’s twenty years now since you left us. I’m partly from Rivers State given that my mum is from Opobo. I was only but a child when they took you away from us. I was just fifteen years

Life Lessons: How to Promote Harmony and Coexistence

Life is an interwoven complex of distinct and exceptional qualities in one consciousness. One can only marvel at how fascinating the entire thing is from the complex geometry in plants, to energy which is the basis upon which the complex

5 Most Fascinating Cultural Practices in Nigeria

One of my favourite things about Nigeria is how blessed she is with diverse tribes and culture. Take away all our mineral resources and abundant wealth – God forbid – and we would still stand strong, thanks to our rich

Interesting Facts About Kolanuts In Igboland

The significance of the kolanut in Igbo culture cannot be overlooked. It is a prominent part of traditional ceremonies, and ultimately, memorable events in the lives of the people. Appearance-wise, it is nearly the same size as a walnut, and

Seven Interesting Facts About the Ancient Yoruba Culture

The Yoruba people are one of the ethnic groups of southwestern Nigeria and southern Benin in West Africa. The Yorubas are a distinctive people who are bound together by a common language with various different dialects. They also share a

Seven Interesting Facts About Ancient Igbo Culture

The Igbo are the second largest group of people living in southern Nigeria. They are one of the three major tribes in Nigeria. They consist of many subgroups and are known to be socially and culturally diverse. While the Igbos

Counting Our Blessings: 7 Reasons to be Grateful for Nigeria

It is easy to focus on the negatives that currently plague our country , and forget all that we have been blessed with; the things that bring us joy and pride regardless of our present challenges. We can be proud

8 Things I Love About Nigeria

It’s been 54 years of ups, downs, victories, developments, war, seasons, joy and togetherness. It’s that time of the year when our memories get jolted to the fact that we are still here together, smiling every morning and diligently going

Nigerians: Black, Bold and Beautiful

The interconnectivity of the world has torn down the wall of differences that existed between nationals of different countries. While the world has gradually drifted from being a global village to a global bedroom due to the rise in technological

Our Heroes Past: Their Labour and Their Legacy

    Whose duty is it to ensure that the labour of our heroes past is not in vain? It is yours and mine. We all have a role to play. As many Nigerians pointed out when asked what they

Nigerian Youths on Independence Day Celebration and Nigeria

Young people are not just agile in activities, but also alert in the mind. One of the fulfilling activities I embarked upon over the past few days was to ask young, enlightened and patriotic Nigerians how expectant they are towards

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