Archives Tag: Hausa

Press Release

Savvy Now Available in 104 Languages, Including Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa

April 19, 2022

The Savvy Fellowship Program for Aspiring and Early-Stage Entrepreneurs, which was launched on August 4, 2020, by a team of over 40 renowned entrepreneurs, led by serial entrepreneur, Chidi Nwaogu, is now available in 104 languages, which is 99% of the languages used by the online population. With over 3,500 participants from 127 countries, the program … Continue reading Savvy Now Available in 104 Languages, Including Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa

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Culture

US Mission In Nigeria Announces Job Opportunities For Teachers Of Hausa And Yoruba Languages

April 19, 2022

  The United States Mission in Nigeria has a job opening for qualified Nigerians that can teach Hausa and Yoruba languages/cultures in universities and colleges. Disclosing this information, the Public Affairs Section of the Mission noted that the FLTA program is aimed at presenting young foreign teachers with the opportunity to lecture students in American … Continue reading US Mission In Nigeria Announces Job Opportunities For Teachers Of Hausa And Yoruba Languages

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Food

Origin of the Nigerian Food, Burabisco

April 19, 2022

Borno State in North-Eastern Nigeria is the central fragment of the old Borno Empire. The name of this state is said to mean “the home of Berbers.” Borno, which has been ravaged by Boko Haram terrorists, has Maiduguri as its capital. Maiduguri is said to be the largest city and the main industrial centre of … Continue reading Origin of the Nigerian Food, Burabisco

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Food

Gurasa, the Signature Snack from Kano

April 19, 2022

The word, gurasa means bread in Hausa Language. It is so popular a snack in Kano that the state is known as the land of gurasa. Interestingly, this snack is not indigenous to Kano or northern Nigeria for that matter. It was allegedly introduced into Kano by immigrants from Saudi Arabia who settled in some … Continue reading Gurasa, the Signature Snack from Kano

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Food

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

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Food

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

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Food

Origin of Nigerian Foods: Tuwo Shinkafa

April 19, 2022

Variety is said to be the spice of life. Cultural foods reflect the geography, history and traditions of a people. The traditional foods in Nigeria are as diverse as the ethnic groups that make up the country. Northern Nigeria is predominantly occupied by the Hausa, one of the three major ethnic groups in Nigeria. The … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Tuwo Shinkafa

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Food

Origin of Nigerian Foods: Masa (Waina)

April 19, 2022

The Northern part of Nigeria has a history for producing sumptuous and distinctive foods. One of these varieties is the ‘Masa’ or ‘Waina’. It is a popular food in the Northern part of Nigeria, especially with the Hausas. It is a fermented puff batter of rice, millet, maize, or sorghum cooked in a pan which … Continue reading Origin of Nigerian Foods: Masa (Waina)

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History

The Origin of the Yoruba

April 19, 2022

The Yoruba are the second largest ethnic group in Nigeria, with a population of about 30 million, and occupy most of what we refer to today as South Western Nigeria. Indigenous Yoruba populations can also be found in the Republic of Benin and Togo (1). They boast a rich culture which has influenced many other … Continue reading The Origin of the Yoruba

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History Research

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?

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Discover Nigeria History

5 Things You Should Know About the Kanuris

April 19, 2022

Living mainly in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, the Kanuris are the dominant ethnic group in the state as well as the neighbouring state, Yobe State. They are called “Beri-Beri” by the Hausas, but they seldom use the term themselves. Often mistaken as Hausas by some people, it is important to state that they … Continue reading 5 Things You Should Know About the Kanuris

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Entertainment

First Nigerian Reality Show In Hausa Debuts In January 2013

April 19, 2022

Entertainment in Hausa language is known in Nigeria – covering music, movies and comedy. There is a channel dedicated to only Hausa movies, there are several musicians who sing in Hausa, there are a number of mainstream artists who have made top-chatting songs – in Hausa. Extending entertainment shows coming in the language, an organization, … Continue reading First Nigerian Reality Show In Hausa Debuts In January 2013

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