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Did You Know? John Nmadu Yisa-Doko: Nigeria’s First Indigenous Chief Of Air Staff
April 19, 2022
One who was amongst the first batch of pilots recruited to serve in the newly formed Nigerian Air Force, John Nmadu Yisa-Doko was born to parents Paul Kolo Yisa and Sarah Dufia Yisa in Doko, Niger State, of Nigeria on 13th February 1942. He rose to become not only the first officer of NAF … Continue reading Did You Know? John Nmadu Yisa-Doko: Nigeria’s First Indigenous Chief Of Air Staff
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Did You Know? Adetowun Ogunsheye, The First Female Professor In Nigeria
April 19, 2022
The life of Professor Adetowun Ogunsheye represents what is possible when women break through the barriers set against them and excel at their chosen fields of endeavour. Read more about Did you know? Her work as an academic and activist for women’s rights remains a reference point for girls and women across Nigeria, who … Continue reading Did You Know? Adetowun Ogunsheye, The First Female Professor In Nigeria
Did You Know? The Health Benefits Of Beetroot
April 19, 2022
In the previous article, last week we talked about meals that can be prepared with Beetroot. Today, we’ll be discussing the health benefits of this prehistoric root vegetable. Like in the earlier article, this vegetable is underutilized in Nigeria because the people know little or nothing about it. Read more about Did you know? … Continue reading Did You Know? The Health Benefits Of Beetroot
Did You Know? Lejja, The Oldest Iron-Smelting Site In West Africa
April 19, 2022
Iron has extensive uses in today’s world. It’s important for the production of steel, which is in turn used for making cutlery cookware, and many household appliances. Iron is also used in the manufacture of ships, aircraft, bridges, and buildings. Read more about Did you know? But four thousand years ago, people in what … Continue reading Did You Know? Lejja, The Oldest Iron-Smelting Site In West Africa
Did You know? 5 Cool Restaurants To Check Out In Abuja
April 19, 2022
After any hard day’s work, reward yourself with an excellent dining experience. A dining experience is more than just the meal eaten. It is the ambience, the service and the value you get for your money spent. Read more about Travel and Tourism Below are a few cool restaurants in Abuja for you can … Continue reading Did You know? 5 Cool Restaurants To Check Out In Abuja
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Did You Know? The Ancient Walls Of Kano City
April 19, 2022
“Needless to say, I have never seen or ever imagined anything like it in Africa.” Read more about Did you know? Those were the words of Sir Frederick Lugard, writing in 1903 about Kano’s walls after the British troops had captured the city. Lugard, who would go on to become Governor-General of the colony … Continue reading Did You Know? The Ancient Walls Of Kano City
Did You Know? Interesting Spots To Check Out In Nigeria
April 19, 2022
The beauty of a developing country like Nigeria is that every day, a new spot with great tourism potential emerges. Some of these places have existed but have never been major tourist attractions. Others have been tourist attractions to only those within its locale but have not yet announced to the world on a … Continue reading Did You Know? Interesting Spots To Check Out In Nigeria
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Did You Know? 5 Meals That Can Be Prepared With Beetroots
April 19, 2022
Beetroot which is also known as beet, is a root vegetable that is loaded with folate (vitamin B9), fibre, manganese, iron, potassium, and vitamin C. This superfood is delicious and easy to prepare. In fact, it can be eaten raw, boiled, roasted, steamed or baked. Even though this vegetable can be bought from departmental … Continue reading Did You Know? 5 Meals That Can Be Prepared With Beetroots
Did You Know? Kitchen Remedies For Bad Breath
April 19, 2022
At one point in time or the other, we’ve had the bad breath experience. Most of us wake up with less than fresh breath. We have people we avoid because their breath stink. Moreover, at one point in time or the other, we’ve had dry mouth, consumed alcohol or foods with strong flavour like … Continue reading Did You Know? Kitchen Remedies For Bad Breath
Did You Know? The Iwo Eleru Skull, Oldest Known Human Fossil In Nigeria
April 19, 2022
In 1965, Thurstan Shaw, a British archaeologist, discovered the partial remains of a skull. They had been excavating and studying material at Iho Eleru (‘cave of ashes’, also called Iwo Eleru) in what is now Ondo State. Read more about Did you know? Thurstan and his team knew that this was no ordinary find. … Continue reading Did You Know? The Iwo Eleru Skull, Oldest Known Human Fossil In Nigeria
Did You Know? 7 Kitchen Habits You Should Stop
April 19, 2022
Habits are series of learned action that becomes reflexive over time. These actions can be learned from parents, siblings, friends, partners, instructors, role models and from the environment. We all have habits that we employ in different areas of our lives. They can be good, bad or neutral. Read more about Did you know? … Continue reading Did You Know? 7 Kitchen Habits You Should Stop
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Did You Know? Bimbo Alase-Arawole: From A Mini Store Owner To A Successful Businesswoman
April 19, 2022
Leatherworld was established to meet the need for genuine furniture in the Nigerian market at a time when there was a drought of such in the market. Read more about Did you know? The brand is reputed both locally and internationally as the manufacturer and stockist of the highest grade of quality furniture, furnishings … Continue reading Did You Know? Bimbo Alase-Arawole: From A Mini Store Owner To A Successful Businesswoman
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Did You Know? Ushafa Crushed Rock
April 19, 2022
Though not a very popular destination, Ushafa houses the Usuma Dam, a Pottery village, and a seasonal mini waterfall through a cave. All of these plus an abandoned quarry are tucked away in the Bwari area council of Abuja. Read more about Did you know? The Ushafa crushed rock has a man-made lake that … Continue reading Did You Know? Ushafa Crushed Rock
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Did You Know? Awhum Waterfall
April 19, 2022
This unique waterfall, also known as Ohum waterfall, is found in a cave within Amaugwe village in Awhum town in Udi Local Government Area (LGA), Enugu state. The town is in a valley bounded by lush green grasses covering rolling hills. Read more about Travel and Tourism Besides Awhum waterfall, this valley town is … Continue reading Did You Know? Awhum Waterfall
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Did You Know? 7 Ways To Avoid Overeating
April 19, 2022
Overeating is simply eating too much food in one sitting. It can be a habit, an occasional indulgence or a situational occurrence. Most people who have the habit of overeating developed it in childhood, they grew up in homes where forced eating was a law. So, they learnt to finish their allocated portion of … Continue reading Did You Know? 7 Ways To Avoid Overeating
