Archives Tag: Culture
5 Interesting Facts About Kabba Tribe
April 19, 2022
The Kabba Tribe is one of the major enthic groups in Kogi State, Nigeria. It is situated in the Northern hemisphere of the equatorial forests of Nigeria. The city, surrounded by mountains and green habitats,which gives it its beautiful scenery, is the junction that links seven major roads leading to other parts of the country. … Continue reading 5 Interesting Facts About Kabba Tribe
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Did You Know That Calabar Was Formerly Known As ‘Akwa Akpa’?
April 19, 2022
Calabar is a city in and the capital of Cross River State, a state in the Southern region of Nigeria. The port city, close to the Cameroon border, is situated on a hill adjacent to the Calabar and Great Kwa rivers and creeks of the Cross River. For administration purpose, the city is divided into … Continue reading Did You Know That Calabar Was Formerly Known As ‘Akwa Akpa’?
For The Love Of Nigeria
April 19, 2022
The recent victory Nigeria had against Iceland succeeded in quelling the pessimism in Nigerians towards the outcomes of the World Cup. diversity The world is becoming a smaller one as cultural diversity is cultivating its roots in every nook and cranny of all continents of the world more than ever before. Races are beginning to … Continue reading For The Love Of Nigeria
A Trip to Oworo Tribe
April 19, 2022
Oworo tribe comprises of a group of people that reside in Oworo Land, Kogi State. They are, however, also settled in other areas such as Apata, Felele, Adogbe, Oyo, Osokosoko, Ogbongboro, Iwaa, Gbande, Akpomoba, Owara, Ohono, Oigahaki, Emu, Ayinoke, Kugboni, Kwara/Oko, Okonoke, Okpabu, Omowa, Lolo, Jamata , Ijiho, and Okpata. Oworo Land is situated on the north-eastern part … Continue reading A Trip to Oworo Tribe
A Trip To Okun Tribe
April 19, 2022
The Okuns live along the Niger-Benue confluence area. In the southern area, they are surrounded by Nupe, Ebira, Gbagyi, and Igala whereas the Igbomina, Ekiti, and other Yoruba groups surround them on the west. They constitute 20% of the entire Kogi State population occupying six local government areas namely Ijumu, Yagba-West, Yagba-East, Mopa-Muro, Kabba-Bunu, and … Continue reading A Trip To Okun Tribe
Interesting Facts About The Efik
April 19, 2022
The Efik are a peace-loving group of people predominantly settled in Cross River State of Nigeria. They are a popular ethnic group partly because of the prominence of the Calabar people in the history of Nigeria. One of the things they are widely known for is their statement dish, ‘Edikaikong’, a vegetable soup made from … Continue reading Interesting Facts About The Efik
Five Interesting Facts About The Ogus
April 19, 2022
Although mistakenly referred to as ‘Egun’, the real name for the tribe is ‘Ogu’. They are a descendants of people who migrated from Whildah, Allada, and Weme, which are all now part of the Republic of Benin. The Ogus used to be settlers at the former Dahomey, now known as Republic of Benin. In Nigeria … Continue reading Five Interesting Facts About The Ogus
Have you ever embarked on a Food Tour?
April 19, 2022
A food tourist is a lover of food (foodie) who travels. The tourism experience is never complete without eating the local cuisine of any destination visited. But a food tourist isn’t looking for a specific cuisine but rather any great food experience. When people travel intending to try out different foods from different cultures/chefs, that’s … Continue reading Have you ever embarked on a Food Tour?
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Did You Know…? The Awori Tribe
April 19, 2022
The Aworis are a subgroup of the Yorubas. People of this tribe are found predominantly in Lagos, Isheri, and Abeokuta. They are called ‘Oto Awori’ or ‘Olofin Awori’. Some facts about the Aworis you may not know Ile-Ife Origins Origin The Aworis, like every other Yoruba tribe, are said to have left Ile-Ife with their … Continue reading Did You Know…? The Awori Tribe
Discover Nigeria: Interesting Facts About Egbira/ Ebira
April 19, 2022
“Wao Wadahi”, an Egbira, or Ebira translation that simply means ‘How Are You?’, is a typical example of an indigenous language among over 520 languages found in Nigeria. For many people, Egbira is regarded as their mother tongue language, yet apart from in the inner lands, it is like every other indigenous language in Nigeria, daily disappearing, as it … Continue reading Discover Nigeria: Interesting Facts About Egbira/ Ebira
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Fashion Art Fusion Season 4
April 19, 2022
Fashion Art Fusion is a runway event designed to showcase and express African art and culture by exhibiting fashion styles created by local top notch and upcoming designers. Also on display on the runway are alternative music, spoken word and dance. This is its fourth edition. Over the past 3 years, the platform has grown … Continue reading Fashion Art Fusion Season 4
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Cooking, A Cultural Requirement For Women?
April 19, 2022
And Thou shall therefore know how to cook for thine future husbands—11th Commandment Recently, we had an argument at the office over cooking being the major criterion on marriage checklist. After a very impromptu survey, most men agreed to this standard and proceeded to give other criteria they expect their woman to have. Understanding the … Continue reading Cooking, A Cultural Requirement For Women?
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The Ibibio Culture
April 19, 2022
In Nigeria, we are so conversant with the Yoruba, Igbo and Hausa culture, that we often forget the hundreds of other minority ethnic groups that make up this great country. one of such cultures is the Ibibio tribe. The Ibibio people are located in the southeastern part of Nigeria and are regarded as the most … Continue reading The Ibibio Culture
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Did you Know About the Arts and Crafts Village in Abuja?
April 19, 2022
Arts and Crafts Village, Abuja, is a market for beautifully created African crafts. The centre, managed by the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), is located in the city’s central district, between Sheraton Hotel (which is opposite its entrance gate), and Silver Bird Cinema (opposite its back gate). A unique attraction for visitors, the … Continue reading Did you Know About the Arts and Crafts Village in Abuja?
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The Ethics of Exposure
April 19, 2022
To Expose or Not To Expose Exposure—the acquisition of new knowledge through study, emulation or experimentation—as it applies to an individual in any position whether as a ward or parent; employee or employer; citizen or leaders, carries within it the capacity for great good and great evil. The dilemma of how much exposure a person … Continue reading The Ethics of Exposure
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