Cosmas Maduka: From Akara Seller to Coscharis Group
People are asking who made it from grass to grace in Nigeria, and 99.9% of the answers are entertainers and sports figures. There seems to be disillusionment in the country, but there are a few. Today, let’s focus on the story of Cosmas Maduka. Read more about Business Cosmas Maduka’s life story is a true […]
Apply For The SMEDAN, Kodex Africa SEE Series
If you are a business owner in Anambra State interested in exploring technology to make informed decisions for revenue growth, apply for the Kodex Africa SEE Series for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Anambra State. Read more about Opportunities The Kodex Africa SEE Series is an initiative of the Small and Medium Enterprise […]
Anambra State School Triumphs in National Girls in ICT Contest
In Anambra State, the Girls of St. John Vianney Science College in Igbariam won the National Girls in ICT Competition 2024. They grabbed the national championship title on Wednesday. This competition is organized by the Federal Ministry of Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy. It’s open to all girls in secondary schools across Nigeria. Read […]
Recipe For Ukwa Etelu Ete
Last week was interesting. My article, 5 Things You Should Know About Ukwa, was quite sensational. Someone challenged my assertion that ukwa is indigenous to Anambra State. So, we put up the question of its origin on our WhatsApp status and people sent in their views. Of course, Anambra won. I’m happy with the attention […]
Nigerian And Legit: The Nigerian Student Who Returned A Lost Wallet In Japan
As opposed to mischievous notions being peddled around the international and local space, Nigerians are good and honest people. Ikenna Nweke shot to fame early in July when Nigeria’s Diaspora Commission praised him for his act of honesty. The Nigerian, who was a PhD student in Japan, had found a missing wallet containing some […]
Nigerians In History: Chuba Okadigbo
Dr. Chuba Williams Okadigbo was born on the 17th of December, 1941. He was a one-time President of the Senate of Nigeria. He was sometimes referred to as Oyi of Oyi in reference to his local government council area (Oyi) in Anambra state. He also held numerous political positions in the Nigeria government. He was […]
Nigerian In Focus: Ifeoma Ajumobi
The globe in this 21st century is increasingly becoming digitalized and Nigerians have not failed to use the platform presented in the tech industry to earn a living for themselves and promote the Nigerian economy. While many see the global advancement in tech as a medium to earn a living, few have chosen to see […]
Restaurant Review: Ofiaku Restaurant, Awka
I haven’t been to Awka in a while but when the need to do a review of a restaurant there arose, I remembered the Igbo proverb, “When an animal is itchy, it goes to the tree for help but when a man is itchy, he seeks the assistance of his fellow man in scratching the […]
Did You Know? The Myths behind the Udala Tree in the Omabala Area of Anambra
As a child, I loved stories. Some of the best memories of my childhood were of sitting at my father’s feet and listening avidly as he told us stories. Our moonlight was the fluorescent bulb in our living room. On those evenings, when Daddy had no pressing legal writing to attend to, my siblings and […]
The 2019 Purple Hibiscus Trust Creative Writing Workshop Moves To Anambra State
Purple Hibiscus Trust will be holding a creative writing workshop in Awka, Anambra State. This is the 10th year of the workshop organized by multiple award winning writer, Chimamanda Adichie, from December 9 to December 14 2019. The workshop is supported by Anambra State Government. The workshop will take the form of a class. Participants […]
Origin of Nigerian Foods: Ofe Nsala
Food is a central activity of human beings. It is a global language of communication. It not only satisfies the body, it is a tool for building families, relationships and even communities. Cultural foods represent the traditions of a people. It is one of the most significant trademarks of a culture.[1] The preparation and consumption […]
Did You Know? 6 Foods You’ll Find at a Traditional Wedding in Anambra
Ndi Anambra are a people with a rich cultural heritage. Marriage is highly regarded in Anambra State for it is the symbolic joining of families in the presence of witnesses. Thus, whenever a traditional wedding invitation is received, people attend to share in the beauty and joy of a new beginning as well as to […]
Did You Know? Onitsha is Home to West Africa’s Largest Market
Onitsha is known for its bustling open-air markets and numerous multi-storey residential buildings. It has a vibrant feel about it, provided by the hustle and chatter of its inhabitants, who are as industrious as you would expect the typical South Easterner to be. Perhaps the greatest pride of this sprawling urban complex is its major […]
Anambra State Bans the Use of Motorcycles
The Anambra State Government has banned the use of commercial motorcycles across the state after 7 pm daily. A statement was released by Ogbuefi Tony Nnachetta, the Commissioner for Information and Communication Strategy, who said the ban was in line with the state Government’s desire to maintain and improve on the current security situation in […]