Did You Know? Airstrips And Military Airports In Nigeria
There are 4 military airports out of 31 functioning airports in Nigeria. Some of them have no IATA code. Below are the lists of military airports around the country: Makurdi Air Force Base This military airport is located in Markudi, Benue State. Kastina Airforce Base Airport This is also casually referred to as Katsina Airport. Read more […]
Nigerian Cooking 101: Cooking Terms You Should Know (I)
The culinary art, like most disciplines, has terms associated with it. Beginners who want to learn the art of cooking must first familiarize themselves with these terms. I have compiled about thirty common cooking terms and their meanings. While you can easily tell the foods associated with some of these terms from their definition, you […]
Did You Know? Nigeria’s Notable Mountains
According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a mountain is a landmass that projects conspicuously above its surroundings and is higher than a hill. It is also a large landform that rises above surrounding land in a limited area usually in form of a peak. Of all the places in Nigeria, Nigeria’s northeast region is replete with notable […]
Baking Soda, the Kitchen Wonder
Baking soda is an alkaline white powder that is also known as sodium bicarbonate. It is commonly used in baking because it has leavening properties. It is cheap and in some ways, it is as effective as some chemicals, yet, it is nontoxic. Baking soda is practically a staple in most homes. However, most people […]
Did You Know? 8 Foods with High Protein Content
Protein is an important nutrient which the body needs for proper growth. It also helps to maintain and repair body tissues. This class of food is an essential part of a balanced diet and balanced diet is a food goal that we should consciously work to achieve daily. On the other hand, when the body […]
How Well Do You Know Kanayo O. Kanayo?
The popular Nigerian actor popularly known as Kanayo O. Kanayo was born March 1, 1962 and hails from Mbaise, Imo State. However, Kanayo O. Kanayo’s is full name is Anayo Modestus Onyekwere. He is currently a United Nations ambassador and bears the title of MFR. Kanayo along with Kenneth Nnebue (the producer of Living in […]
6 Things You Didn’t Know About Tiger Nuts
Tiger nuts are a street snack in Nigeria. The main vendors of this food are the Hausa-Fulani. They move from place to place with wheelbarrows full of them. Tiger nuts are so popular that the three major ethnic groups in Nigeria have different names for it. The Igbo call it aki Hausa. The Hausa-Fulani call […]
Did you Know? 6 Low Carbs Nigerian Swallow
Nigerians are soup lovers. Each ethnic group has its own soups. These soups are usually served with one form of Swallow or the other. This combination of Soup and Swallow is what Nigerians consider a full meal. Eba, fufu also known as loi loi, pounded yam, Amala, semo are some examples of Swallow enjoyed by […]
Did You Know? Nigeria’s ₦198 Billion Aviation Industry
For over 90 years, airplanes have flown over the Nigerian skies. They have carried hundreds of thousands of people between locations in the country, as well as to and fro cities beyond its borders. They have also flown goods worth billions of naira to diverse destinations. Read more about Business But while transportation by air […]
Did you Know? 9 Traditional Spices from the Nigerian Kitchen
From time immemorial, spices have been used in the Nigerian kitchen to flavour and preserve food. These spices are derived mainly from plants. Some of them are sweet while others are savoury. Some have medicinal value too. Despite the influx of exotic spices into the country, some local spices are still used to prepare local delicacies. […]
Did You Know? Obafemi Awolowo’s Major Contributions To Nigeria’s Politics
Chief Obafemi Awolowo was born in 1909. He was a Nigerian nationalist, a political leader, and a principal participant in the struggle for Nigerian independence. Obafemi Awolowo was born in Ikenné, Western State, Nigeria, on March 6, 1909. He received his early education in the mission schools of Ikenné, Abeokuta, and Ibadan. Often he worked […]
Did You Know? When 60 Kobo Equaled $1
Economists measure the health of a country’s economy using several indices: Gross Domestic Product (GDP), interest rates, the consumer price index, etc. But the regular person on the street does this with a different set of tools. Transport fares, food prices, and average wages are indicators closer to home for many of us. We can […]
Did you Know? 7 Foods that can Help You Stay Hydrated
The weather is so hot that no matter how much water you take, you still want more. In this season, nothing is as refreshing as a glass of cold water. Since it’s very important to stay hydrated, you have to drink lots of water and eat foods that can boost your water level. In case […]
Facts You Should Know about Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company
Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Co. Ltd., shortened as IVM, is a Nigerian automobile and bus manufacturing company. It was founded by Innocent Chukwuma Nwala and runs a plant in Nnewi in Anambra state. Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing is nicknamed Pride of African Road. Here are some interesting facts you should know about the Pride of African Road. […]
Did you Know? The Health Benefits of Soymilk
Soymilk is a nutritious drink that is produced when the legume soybeans is soaked, ground, and boiled. This beverage is a dairy-free source of milk. Soymilk is a great source of vitamins, mineral, protein and essential fatty acid. The protein content in this drink is said to be comparable to that of cows. This drink […]
Three Sectors Bigger Than the Oil Industry in Nigeria
The National Bureau of Statistics recently released data on the growth of Nigeria’s economy in 2019. The GDP report showed that the country’s economy had grown by 2.27 percent in the year just passed. It had performed slightly better than many analysts (including those at the IMF) had expected. But it will need to grow […]