Idanre Hill: Where History, Culture, and Nature Converge
Nestled in the heart of Ondo State in southwestern Nigeria, the Idanre Hill stands as a remarkable proof of the rich cultural heritage and natural wonders of the region. This towering hill, rising over 900 meters above sea level, has witnessed the history and traditions of the Idanre people for nearly a millennium. The […]
Local Crafts Markets in Nigeria
Nigeria’s local crafts markets offer a unique glimpse into the country’s diverse heritage, providing visitors with an opportunity to engage with traditional crafts, artefacts, and the warm hospitality of the Nigerian people. In this article, I’ll highlight some local crafts markets in Nigeria, each offering a distinct experience for those seeking authentic cultural immersion. […]
Nigerians In History: Oba Oyekan
Oba Oyekan I reigned as the Lagos Monarch from March 1885 to September 30, 1900. He ascended the throne about a month after the death of his father, Oba Dosunmu. Read more about Nigerians in history Prince Oyekan vs. Chief Apena Ajasa incident In 1883, Oba Dosunmu, Oyekan’s father called a meeting to heal […]
4 Healthy Money Culture That The Wealthy Have
The wealthiest people in the world are ritualistic. They develop and follow a set of rules and principles when it comes to money. One of the biggest revelations is that it is a neutral entity. It is not a respecter of persons, whether on the account of race, gender, colour, tribe, religion, or any feature […]
How To Create A Sales Culture That Makes Money
In business, everything rises and falls on sales. If the business is hitting its sales target, the business will grow for a long time to come, but if it is not, sooner or later, the business will pack up and leave. Read more about How-To Nevertheless, to ensure continuous sales or hit beyond your targeted […]
Understanding Corporate Culture
Culture is popularly known as the way of life or doing things for particular regions. Corporate culture then means the way a corporate entity acts, its values and how interactions are being made within and outside of the organization. Most times. Corporate culture evolves and it is not clearly spelt out. It could even be […]
Igbo Language Is Officially A Course Of Study At Oxford University
People around the globe can now learn the Igbo Language at the University of Oxford Renowned global institute of learning, the University of Oxford, England, has for the first time in its 926-year history, introduced the Nigerian Igbo language as a course of study. Igbo Language which is mainly spoken by the Igbo people of […]
Omotayo Kofoworola: The Photographer Capturing The Sights And Culture Of Lagos
If you crossed or ran into Kofo at a weekend party in Lagos, you’d probably find him taking pictures at the occasion (or scouting for the best spots for a shoot). It’s what you would expect of a regular photographer paid to do their job at a wedding or anniversary ceremony. However, there’s more to […]
Arts And Culture Events To Attend This Detty December
Detty December has been packed full with events, and it would seem after Christmas the tide would slow. Wrong! If anything, the festivities start entering another gear. With the New Year approaching, it is a celebration galore from here on out. Read more about Events Here are a few events celebrated this period: Cultural […]
Speaking With The Talking Drum (Part Three)
In the previous article, we discussed the different types of talking drums in an ensemble. Some of these were differentiated by their sizes and others by a range of sounds. Read more about Discover Nigeria It is this range of sound that forms how actually, the drums speak, in addition to the different techniques […]
The Talking Drum (Part Two)
The word “Ayan” means drummer in the Yoruba language. Drumming is a specialized and often inherited activity in the Yoruba culture. As a matter of fact, expert drummers were part of the royal entourage and attached to the king’s court. Professional drummers often displayed a broad vocabulary, history and literature. Read more about Discover […]
South-Western Culture: The Talking Drum (Part One)
The talking drum talks for itself: just like its name. More than just being a talking drum, it talks voluminously. In the light of that, there is a lot to say about this particular interesting facet of the Southwestern ‘gem’ that can serve as pride of traditional heritage at any given time. Read more […]
Northern Nigeria: Cultural Practices – The Koroso Dance
Rich cultural heritage. Mouth-watering local dishes. Colourful traditional attires. The list of the exciting and interesting aspects of Northern Nigeria are endless. This article explores just one aspect: traditional dance. More specifically, the Koroso traditional dance: colourful and athletic dance of the Hausa/Fulani tribe that has been performed for centuries. Read more about Discover […]
How Culture Influences Career
To some extent, society, every person in a position of authority you’ve encountered in your decisive years and the way you were brought up influences your life choices, including your choice of career, and they may change over time as external influences make way for your own desires and aspirations. Read more about Career […]
Video Of The Week: The Deadly Dambe Street Fighters Of Nigeria
Dambe is a street boxing culture popular in the Northern part of Nigeria. The culture involves martial art that started as a practice for men to get ready for war in the Hausa kingdom. Read more about Video of the week The participants of the fight often end up with serious bodily injuries and […]
History Trivia: National Theatre, Lagos
The National Theatre is a monument that stands, these days, as more of a monument. People use it to symbolize Lagos but the real head-scratcher is that it does not do much else than feature in video reels as a symbol of a glorious past. Read more about History Trivia Located in the Orile-Iganmu […]