Archives Tag: Fulani
Did you Know? 7 Popular Street Foods in Northern Nigeria
April 19, 2022
Street foods are part of every locality. They showcase the rich culture of the people and they play a major role in their economy. Most Nigerian delicacies take time to prepare so some women buy street food as a quicker way to satisfy the food needs of their family. Street food can be eaten as … Continue reading Did you Know? 7 Popular Street Foods in Northern Nigeria
Fura da Nono, Sokoto’s Favorite Local Drink
April 19, 2022
Sokoto State was carved out of the old North Western State in February 3, 1976. The state is named after its capital, Sokoto, a city with a long history. Sokoto is the seat of the caliphate and the home of the great Uthman Dan Fodio. The Hubbaren, a notable tourist attraction in the state, is the tomb … Continue reading Fura da Nono, Sokoto’s Favorite Local Drink
Katun Ridi, the Snack enjoyed in Kaduna State
April 19, 2022
Beniseed, or sesame seed as it is sometimes referred to, is an annual flowering plant which is cultivated for its seeds. It grows in pods and is believed to be the oldest cultivated oilseed in the world. Although its origin is doubtful, it is believed to have originated from Africa. Beniseed was introduced to Nigeria … Continue reading Katun Ridi, the Snack enjoyed in Kaduna State
Recipe for Sandar Jauro, the Snack Enjoyed in Jigawa State
April 19, 2022
Sandar Jauro means Jauro’s sticks in Hausa. Jauro is a Fulani male name but no one seems to know why this name was adopted for the snack under discussion. Sandar Jauro, also known as wheat sticks, is a scrumptious delight that is enjoyed in Jigawa State and other parts of Northern Nigeria. It can be … Continue reading Recipe for Sandar Jauro, the Snack Enjoyed in Jigawa State
The Origin of Nigerian Foods: Fura Da Nono
April 19, 2022
Fura da nono is a nutritious and refreshing drink made from fermented milk and ground millet grains. The Fura balls are made from ground millet and spiced with ginger, cloves and sometimes, pepper while the nono is made from cow milk. It is native to the Fulani people, a tribe found in Nigeria’s north and … Continue reading The Origin of Nigerian Foods: Fura Da Nono
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The Origin of the Fulani
April 19, 2022
The Fulani are one of the most populous ethnic groups in West Africa and are said to be present in twenty countries stretching from Senegal in the West to Chad in the east, and even as far as Sudan and Ethiopia. Known for travelling over great distances with their herds of cattle, the Fulani are actually … Continue reading The Origin of the Fulani
Origins: Where Did The Hausa Come From?
April 19, 2022
The Hausa dominate most of what we refer to as Northern Nigeria, as well as parts of Niger, Cameroun, Benin Republic and Ghana. They are Nigeria’s largest ethnic group, with recent estimates putting their population at almost 30 million (1). The fact that the Hausa language has been the preferred language for trade across northern … Continue reading Origins: Where Did The Hausa Come From?
