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Origin of the Nigerian Food: Okpa
April 19, 2022
Enugu, as the name implies, is situated on a hill. Located in the South-Eastern part of Nigeria, this beautiful and serene state is synonymous with coal production and okpa di oku. While the former has been rendered redundant, the latter continues to tantalize the taste buds of indigenes and non-indigenes alike. In fact, most communities … Continue reading Origin of the Nigerian Food: Okpa
The Origin of Nigerian Foods: Monkey Kola
April 19, 2022
ItMonkey kola, sometimes called African bush apple, is a yummy, juicy fruit with amazing nutritional health benefits. It exists in three varieties; red, white and yellow (predominant in local markets). It is a nutritious indigenous tropical fruit species native to the people of Southern Nigeria. It is called Achicha or Ochiricha in Igbo, and Ndiyah … Continue reading The Origin of Nigerian Foods: Monkey Kola
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