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Did You Know? Chris Obi-Rapu Directed ‘Living in Bondage’ Under The Pseudonym ‘Vic Mordi’
April 19, 2022
When Living In Bondage was released in 1992, it rocked Nollywood. At the time when the movie was shot, not very many people in the private sector had the expertise or the equipment, so Chris Obi Rapu stepped in to fill the gap, and boy did we love his work! Undercover At the time of … Continue reading Did You Know? Chris Obi-Rapu Directed ‘Living in Bondage’ Under The Pseudonym ‘Vic Mordi’
Did You Know? Nigeria Is the World’s Biggest Producer of Cassava
April 19, 2022
Cassava is one of Nigeria’s most widely cultivated and consumed crops. The longish tuber has yielded garri, the treasured staple of Southern Nigerian cuisine, and the foundation of our swallow feasts. Our long lasting national attachment to cassava has also generated wealth for many along the value chain that has developed around its production. It’s … Continue reading Did You Know? Nigeria Is the World’s Biggest Producer of Cassava
Did you Know? The World’s First Camera Phone was Made by Sharp
April 19, 2022
The first mobile phone with an inbuilt camera module was produced by Sharp and released in Japan by J-Phone (now SoftBank Mobile) in November of the year 2000. The J-SH04 phone could take photos, at 110,000-pixel resolution or 0.11-megapixels. One of the features that differentiated the J-SH04 from other competitors of that era like the … Continue reading Did you Know? The World’s First Camera Phone was Made by Sharp
Did You Know? Cashew Nuts Are Actually Seeds
April 19, 2022
Anacardium occidentale, also known as the cashew tree, produces the cashew apple from which the cashew seeds or nuts grow. The cashew apple is edible and has a red or pale yellow colour. The nut, which is largely consumed, is either roasted and eaten on it’s own or incorporated into recipes or processed into butter. … Continue reading Did You Know? Cashew Nuts Are Actually Seeds
By amarachi
Did You Know? Nigerians Spend Over ₦900 Billion On Bottled Water Annually
April 19, 2022
The idea of putting a price on water still boggles our minds when we really sit down to think about it. But water isn’t always readily available, and there’s usually a cost to be incurred for holding it in containers or preserving its purity. And in our increasingly crowded, barely navigable cities, it’s not unusual … Continue reading Did You Know? Nigerians Spend Over ₦900 Billion On Bottled Water Annually
Did You Know? Oatmeal Can Cure Skin Ailments
April 19, 2022
Oats are a whole-grain cereal, known scientifically as Avena sativa. They are a very good source of fiber, especially beta-glucan, and are high in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Whole oats are the only source of a unique group of antioxidants called avenanthramides, believed to have protective effects against heart disease. Nutrition Facts Amount Calories 389 … Continue reading Did You Know? Oatmeal Can Cure Skin Ailments
By amarachi
Did You Know? 5 Nigerian Super Junior Smashers
April 19, 2022
Nigeria has many promising youngsters that have significantly risen to continental recognition. According to a profiling done by NT, here is a list of very promising Nigerian junior smashers. Oyinlomo Quadri At 14, Oyinlomo Barakat Quadri is inarguably Nigeria’s most talented junior lawn tennis player in Africa. Watching her grow into the tennis protege she … Continue reading Did You Know? 5 Nigerian Super Junior Smashers
By achem
Did You Know? Six Nigerians Have Won The Grammys
April 19, 2022
Over the years, several Nigerian artistes have promised that they would “bring home” the Grammy, most popularly Terry Apala, Skales, 9ice, Vic O, and Blackmagic who said he would be the first Nigerian act to bring home the highly coveted golden gramophone; the most prestigious award in the world, given to deserving musicians who have … Continue reading Did You Know? Six Nigerians Have Won The Grammys
Did You Know? First Touchscreen Smartphone Was Made By IBM
April 19, 2022
The first touchscreen smartphone was code-named “Angler” and was unveiled at the fall COMDEX convention in Vegas. The Simon Personal Communicator was created by IBM in 1992, more than 15 years before Apple released the first iPhone. It was made available for purchase by consumers in August 16, 1994. The smartphone featured a monochrome LCD … Continue reading Did You Know? First Touchscreen Smartphone Was Made By IBM
Did You Know? Nigeria Exports ‘Zobo’
April 19, 2022
For most of us, the Hibiscus plant is just a fairly common ornamental plant. Their flowers add to the aesthetic delightfulness of our gardens, and helps put money in the purses of the businesspeople who sell them. They’re also known as the source material for Zobo, the sweet tasting red coloured juice which Nigerians consume … Continue reading Did You Know? Nigeria Exports ‘Zobo’
Did You Know? Not All Nigerian Passports Are Green
April 19, 2022
Everyone knows Nigerian Passports are Green. The reason the Green Passport is so popular is that every Nigerian is entitled to it. The different Passports we are referring to is not the ECOWAS passport (e-passport) or Machine Readable Passport (MRP). Neither is it the pages of a passport, the 32 or 64-page booklets. The Green Passport is just one out of … Continue reading Did You Know? Not All Nigerian Passports Are Green
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Did You Know? NBA Player, Victor Oladipo, Has A Song With Rapper, 2 Chains
April 19, 2022
Kehinde Babatunde Victor Oladipo was born on May 4, 1992 in Silver Spring, Maryland to Christopher Oladipo and Joan Amaze Oladipo. Oladipo is an American professional basketball player for the Indiana Pacers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He started his career first as a high school basketball player for DeMatha Catholic in Hyattsville, Maryland. … Continue reading Did You Know? NBA Player, Victor Oladipo, Has A Song With Rapper, 2 Chains
By achem
Did You Know? Breakfast Should Be Eaten Within Two Hours of Waking
April 19, 2022
Breakfast is the first meal of a day, often eaten in the early morning before the day’s work start. It is often referred to as the most important meal of the day, providing energy for the days. Eating breakfast is a nutritious way to start your day. Did you know? The world’s first breakfast cereal was created in … Continue reading Did You Know? Breakfast Should Be Eaten Within Two Hours of Waking
By amarachi
Did You Know? Yorubas Are Called ‘Aku’
April 19, 2022
The Yorubas are one of the three largest ethnic groups in Nigeria. They are predominantly found in the South-West region of the country. A good number of them are, however, found in other countries such as Togo, Benin Republic, Cameroon, Sierra Leone, and Ghana. Origin Although there are various accounts of the history and origin … Continue reading Did You Know? Yorubas Are Called ‘Aku’
Did You Know? The Headie Is Made Out Of 21 Carat Gold
April 19, 2022
Did you know that the plaque given to winners at The Headies Awards is called the “Headie”? In fact the awards, previously called the Hip Hop World Awards, derived its new name from the plaque. Four things you might now know about the Headie The image of Headie was conceptualized by Ayo Animashaun CEO of Smooth Promotions (organizers of … Continue reading Did You Know? The Headie Is Made Out Of 21 Carat Gold
