Archives Tag: Geography
Men You Should Know: Ikechi Uko
April 19, 2022
Early life Ikechi Uko is from Abia State, Nigeria. He was born on 12th January 1964 into the family of Mr Samson Uko and Mrs Salome Uko, née Azubuike. At a young age, Uko had an eye on travel. He could give up anything to discover new places. He attended National Secondary School Nike, Enugu. … Continue reading Men You Should Know: Ikechi Uko
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Tribes in Nigeria: The Jenjo Tribe
April 19, 2022
In the far North Eastern Region of Nigeria, lies the Jenjo people (also spelt as Janjo). The Jenjo tribe is also known and referred to as the Dza people, or alternatively called Jen. They are predominantly found in Taraba state of Nigeria. Because Taraba state is referred to as ‘Nature’s gift to the nation’,[1] it … Continue reading Tribes in Nigeria: The Jenjo Tribe
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Did You Know? Niger State Is The Largest State In Nigeria
April 19, 2022
Niger state, which is located in North-Central Nigeria is actually the largest state in Nigeria in terms of area size. It has a total area of 76,363 km2 (29,484 Sq miles). [1]In other words, it takes about 9 percent of Nigeria’s total land area. The state is located between latitudes 8o 20’N and 11o 30’N … Continue reading Did You Know? Niger State Is The Largest State In Nigeria
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The Reason Behind The Abuja Tremor
April 19, 2022
Three weeks ago, Abuja was shaken by a series of ground vibrations, later asserted to be earth tremors that led to worry amongst inhabitants of the capital city. For the very first time in our history, a state in Nigeria would experience a slight earthquake — first felt at Mpape, and later at Gwarimpa and … Continue reading The Reason Behind The Abuja Tremor
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