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Ethnic Groups In Nigeria: Zaar People

  The Zaar or ‘Sayawa’ as they are called by their Hausa-Fulani neighbours are found in two Local Govt Areas of Bauchi State namely; Tafawa Balewa and Bogoro. The Zaar (Sayawa) speakers are the second largest ethnic group in Bauchi

Okoi Arikpo: The First West African To Be Awarded A Doctorate Degree In Philosophy In Anthropology

  Early Life and Education Dr Okoi Arikpo was a Chemist, Anthropologist, Lawyer, Politician and Diplomat. He was born in Ugep in 1916 and died in 1995. He was born in Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area, Cross River State. He

Krystal Okeke: A Model And A Role Model

  Krystal Okeke, is a Nigerian-American model, actress, journalist and philanthropist. She is the founder of the America Kids Multicultural World Organization and Miss and Mrs America Nation beauty pageant. At different points, she was crowned as the Ms Illinois

Women You Should Know: Gbemisola Ruqayyah Saraki

  Insurer, Politician, whatever Gbemisola has ventured into has turned to gold for her. Gbemi Saraki is an idealist and advocate of youth engagement and participation in social development. Read more about Women You Should Know From her youth, she

Ethnic Groups In Nigeria: The Kagoro People

The Kagoro people can be found in modern-day Kaduna state. It is believed that their ancestors fled from the Plateau to escape war, moving to the Kagoro rock by way of Assop and Nimbio in the Plateau Province. At Nimbio

Ethnic Groups In Nigeria: The Gure People

The word “Gure” is a Fulani word meaning “Zango” or “Ruga”. When translated into Hausa language, it means a human settlement. Gure people call themselves “Agbiri” which means “the men.” They are found mostly in Lere and Kauru local government

Discover Nigeria: The Status Of Polygamy In Nigeria

  As of 2009, there has yet to be any further debate of introducing a measure that would allow for civil polygamous marriages to be recognized all over the entire country. Instead, the legislation plays out on a state-by-state basis

Nigerian, Kelechi Ndukwe To Command US Navy Guided Missile Destroyer

  On Friday, April 2, 2021, United States-based Nigerian-American Navy Officer, Kelechi Ndukwe, will make history as the first Nigerian to command a United States Navy Guided Missile Destroyer, USS HALSEY (DDG-97). The Nigerian has joined the long list of

Ethnic Groups in Nigeria: The Marghi People

The Marghi ethnic group occupies the geographical region of southern Borno and northern Adamawa states of the Republic of Nigeria. Introduction / History According to some records, the Margi (or Marghi) migrated to the Nile Valley from Yemen together with

9 Historic Buildings In Nigeria

Architecture is as important to a people’s history as anything. Like many things, architecture tells the story of a people and place in time. It is no different in Nigeria’s case. In fact, buildings tell the story of the country’s

Facts To Know About The e-ID Card (Part 1)

After the important 11-digit NIN has been obtained by an individual, a card comes next as an additional token. The National Electronic Identity Card (e-ID card) is a chip-based card with multiple functions. As mentioned earlier, the card is a

Ethnic Groups in Nigeria- Idoma

The Idoma people are the second largest ethnic group in Benue State. Significantly, there are other Idoma groups in parts of Nassarawa and Cross-River states. The Idoma people are a homogenous ethnic group with dialectical differences indicated by some distinct

Ethnic Groups in Nigeria: The Gungawa People

Background The Gungawa tribe is located in Yauri Local government area of Kebbi State and other parts of Niger State. There are diverse theories concerning the ancestry of the Gungawa also known as the Baresha people. Gungawa is the name

Top Ten Private Universities In Nigeria

A few decades ago, the idea of a private university in Nigeria would have seemed laughable to an average Nigerian who was used to public universities all his life. Today, privately owned universities are some of the best universities in

Ethnic Groups In Nigeria: The Anca People

Background The Anca is a small group of agricultural people who live in northeastern Nigeria. They speak the Anca language. However, this is now spoken by the adults while the younger generation often speaks Hausa or English. Therefore, the Anca

Ethnic Groups In Nigeria: Butu-Ningi

  Introduction The Butu-Ningi, also known as the Butawa, are a small ethnic group found in the Ningi plateau region in the Bauchi Province of Nigeria. Some have also settled in the Kano area. Burra is their capital, where they

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