Archives Tag: People
Did You Know? Louis Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Nigeria’s First Billionaire Businessman
April 19, 2022
The Ojukwus have produced a family history that bucks the trend in at least one respect: birthing a famous son who became more widely known than his famous father. Most people who know anything of the Ojukwu will only have heard of Chukwuemeka Ojukwu, the leader of the old secessionist state of Biafra, or his … Continue reading Did You Know? Louis Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Nigeria’s First Billionaire Businessman
Everyday Heroes: Pa Benedict Odiase
April 19, 2022
Children, Adults, Young, Old, Students, Diplomats, Politicians, Soldiers, Athletes. The list goes on and on. In summary, Patriots; both at home and in the Diaspora, sing the song; a tune that is hummed with delight, a sound that brings hope, a confession that deepens convictions. The Current Nigerian National Anthem; “Arise O Compatriots, Nigeria’s Call … Continue reading Everyday Heroes: Pa Benedict Odiase
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Women You Should Know: Aloma Mariam Mukhtar
April 19, 2022
16th July 2012 was a memorable and an historic day in Nigeria; Nigeria had her first female Chief Justice, in the person of Aloma Mariam Mukthar, sworn in-by the then President, Goodluck Ebele Jonathan. Early Life and Education Aloma Mariam Mukhtar, an indigene of Adamawa state, was born 20th November 1944 in the present day … Continue reading Women You Should Know: Aloma Mariam Mukhtar
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Owo Tribe In Ondo State
April 19, 2022
Owo, a Yoruba sub-ethnic group in Ondo State, Nigeria, used to be the capital of a City-State between 1400 and 1600 AD. Owo is situated between Ile-Ife and Benin City, at the southern edge of the Yoruba hills and at the intersection of roads from Akure, Kabba, Benin city, and Siluko. The tribe is comprised … Continue reading Owo Tribe In Ondo State
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: Dr Ladi Kwali Is The Only Woman On A Nigerian Currency Note – ₦20?
April 19, 2022
Many things in life often slip by us, mostly because we go through the routines without really paying attention to the processes. In an age where advocacy for women recognition is on the rise, it would interest anyone to know that, females do have a representation in a very important and loved part in our … Continue reading Did You Know: Dr Ladi Kwali Is The Only Woman On A Nigerian Currency Note – ₦20?
Everyday Heroes: Leah Sharibu
April 19, 2022
When Christopher Wallace (a.k.a. Notorious B.I.G.) released his debut album, ‘Ready to Die’ in 1994, little did he know that a young girl, born many years later will become the embodiment of those words. But it’s not enough to just be ‘ready to die’; the cause –as per the reason, and the cause, as per … Continue reading Everyday Heroes: Leah Sharibu
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Women You Should Know: Laila Dogonyaro
April 19, 2022
How do we adequately introduce Laila Dogonyaro? Maybe a Gladiator amongst men, or a Titan amongst women. Big, Bold, Beautiful, and a Bulldozer. Yes, she was a bulldozer in every sense; blazing trails in otherwise dreaded terrains, and clearing paths for others to walk with a greater sense of ease. Dogonyaro was simply Audacious, Bodacious … Continue reading Women You Should Know: Laila Dogonyaro
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Tribes in Nigeria: The Igede Tribe
April 19, 2022
The Igede tribe is the third largest tribe in the present day Benue State of Nigeria. They are the natives of Obi and Oju Local Government Areas of Benue state in Nigeria. The following is an overview of the Igede Tribe in Nigeria: History: One source claims the Igede tribe to be migrants from the Ogoja … Continue reading Tribes in Nigeria: The Igede Tribe
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This Danfo Lyfe: Traffic Palava
April 19, 2022
When you travel from one state to another in Nigeria, you realise that each state has the same way of welcoming its visitors. For instance, when approaching Ogun state, you’ll find something like ‘Welcome to Ogun state. The Gateway state’ or Kogi: ‘Welcome to Kogi State. The confluence state’. But it’s a different story as … Continue reading This Danfo Lyfe: Traffic Palava
Everyday Heroes: Josephine Isioma Okeme
April 19, 2022
“What a man can do, a woman can do better.” For everyone who believes this maxim, it perfectly describes Inspector Josephine Isioma Okeme, fondly referred to as “Queen of the road” by commuters. She is currently regarded as the most popular traffic warden in Lagos State, Nigeria. Born in the 1980s, Josephine hails from Ukwala in … Continue reading Everyday Heroes: Josephine Isioma Okeme
Everyday Heroes: Jason Bido Bangoji
April 19, 2022
In the Northern part of Nigeria, ‘Kose’ is a very popular word; or rather, a very popular food. Koseis basically is referred to as ‘Akara’ in some other parts of Nigeria. Simply put, Kose is Beancake;a meal for the whole family. But to Jason Bangoji, Kose is more than just food; it is a way of impacting … Continue reading Everyday Heroes: Jason Bido Bangoji
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Interesting Facts About Esan Tribe
April 19, 2022
Esan tribe (pronounced as ay-san), also called Ishan (the Anglicized version of Esan, as the Britons could not pronounce the name properly), is an ethnic group in Edo, Benin State in the Southern part of Nigeria. They speak the Esan language, which is also taught in primary schools and broadcast on radio and television. Esan … Continue reading Interesting Facts About Esan Tribe
Men You Should Know: Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu
April 19, 2022
The date? 4th November, 1933. The place? Zungeru, Niger state, Nigeria. The man? Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu: Military Officer, Nigerian Politician, Biafran icon, Ikemba! While the highlight of many greats is a rise from grass to grace,Ikemba was born in the glory of wealth and affluence, abundance of supply, with his hands in milk and teeth … Continue reading Men You Should Know: Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu
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Tribes in Nigeria: The Tangale Tribe
April 19, 2022
The Tangale tribe is one of the tribes in Northern Nigeria, located in Gombe state. According to some sources, the Tangale people got their name from “Tangal”, a chief of Billiri, in the present Gombe state of Nigeria. It is believed that Tangal was instrumental in organizing the clans under his leadership and because of … Continue reading Tribes in Nigeria: The Tangale Tribe
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