Archives Tag: Plateau State
Rapper Wyclef Jean Wants to Build a Tech Hub in Plateau State
April 19, 2022
Internationally renowned rapper Wyclef Jean and his technology company Caribbean International Commerce (CICH) are looking to set up a tech hub in Nigeria. The Haitian artiste and Grammy award winner and his partners are working on building technology infrastructure in Plateau State, a press release on Newsfile has recently disclosed. Read more about Tech … Continue reading Rapper Wyclef Jean Wants to Build a Tech Hub in Plateau State
Ethnic Groups In Nigeria- Duguri Ethnic Group
April 19, 2022
Introduction The Duguri of Nigeria live in both Alkaleri and Tafawa Balewa districts of Bauchi state and in Kanam district of Plateau state. As one of the main independent groups of the Jarawa people, the Duguri consider other groups inferior to themselves. Being a Duguri is the most important aspect of a Duguri’s identity, thus … Continue reading Ethnic Groups In Nigeria- Duguri Ethnic Group
By jeremiah
Did You Know? Nigeria’s Famous Rocks
April 19, 2022
Nigeria is blessed with many natural attractions that can draw tourists. If capitalised on, it could make tourism very important to our economy. We have lots of waterfalls, mountain ranges, beach fronts, rocks, rivers, caves, desert plains and wetlands. While we have points where rivers of different colours and temperatures do not mix, we also … Continue reading Did You Know? Nigeria’s Famous Rocks
By ann
Everyday Heroes: Williams Gyang and Nura Jibril
April 19, 2022
As the fight against Coronavirus pandemic in Nigeria gets bolder, two technicians, Williams Gyang and Nura Jibril, have repaired two faulty ventilators belonging to the Jos University Teaching Hospital, JUTH, Plateau State. This they did voluntarily. The gentlemen; Mr Gyang is a diploma holder working with the state Radio and Television station as electrical engineer, … Continue reading Everyday Heroes: Williams Gyang and Nura Jibril
By jeremiah
Where to Travel: Jos
April 19, 2022
When choosing a place to visit in Nigeria, Jos city is always on the list. First it is a city on a hill, like 4,062 ft above sea level, which explains the unique weather there. Then it had lots of natural, historical and artistic attractions that makes it a fun place for nature and art lovers … Continue reading Where to Travel: Jos
By ann
Helpful Little Articles: Hotels in Jos
April 19, 2022
Jos is mostly known to most Nigerians for being very cold, and the geography of the region it lies in contributes a lot to that. But many visitors will tell you that the place is much warmer (people-wise) and the scenery is quite something to behold a la the undulating hills and plateaus. The capital … Continue reading Helpful Little Articles: Hotels in Jos
By david-okwara
Recipe for Kankaran Tsamiya, A Lollipop Enjoyed by Children in Plateau State
April 19, 2022
People of all ages enjoy sweets. For children, sweets have always been an irresistible treat. The confectioneries are in business because of children. Over the years, Nigerian children have enjoyed different items of confectionery like Goody Goody, Choco Milo, lollipops and chocolate candies. The increasing backlash against sugar and sweets has not succeeded in putting … Continue reading Recipe for Kankaran Tsamiya, A Lollipop Enjoyed by Children in Plateau State
Crazy About the South East: 3 Things To Do in Plateau State
April 19, 2022
Visiting Plateau State was on Prince Charles’ itinerary during his visit to Nigeria last year because of the amazing tourism experience it offers. The capital city, Jos, is more than enough to keep you occupied with activities. From the weather to the landscape, there’s so much to explore in this highland state. Here are 3 … Continue reading Crazy About the South East: 3 Things To Do in Plateau State
By ann
Gwote Acha, the Well Loved Delicacy in Plateau State
April 19, 2022
Today, our study of the delicacies of North-Central Nigeria brings us to Plateau State. This state derives its name from the picturesque Jos Plateau, a mountainous area in the north of the state with captivating rock formations. Plateau State was known for tin mining during the colonial era. Its climate also makes it possible to … Continue reading Gwote Acha, the Well Loved Delicacy in Plateau State
Tribes in Nigeria – The Ngas Tribe
April 19, 2022
The Angas people, also known as the Ngas and the Kerang, are an ethnic group in Nigeria, identified as a section of the Benue-Chadic language group and a member of the Afro-Asiatic family. They have a history of migration and according to oral history, they are descendants from Sudanic groups from the Nile region. According … Continue reading Tribes in Nigeria – The Ngas Tribe
By jeremiah
Tribes in Nigeria- The Tarok People
April 19, 2022
The Tarok people call themselves oTárók, their language iTárók and their land ìTàrók. They are found principally in Langtang-North, Langtang-South, Wase, Mikang and Kanke Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Plateau State in Central Nigeria. Their main town of Langtang is located about 186 kilometres south-east of Jos, the state capital. They are also found in … Continue reading Tribes in Nigeria- The Tarok People
By jeremiah
2018 NSF: We Will Win The Volleyball Gold, Says Plateau Coach
April 19, 2022
The head coach of the Plateau men’s volleyball team, John Philip, is very optimistic that his side will claim the gold medal at the ongoing 2018 National Sports Festival (NSF) in Abuja. After posting a 3-2 (25-19 25-22 23-25 23-25 15-9) win over Anambra, the Plateau team advanced to the semi-final of the male volleyball … Continue reading 2018 NSF: We Will Win The Volleyball Gold, Says Plateau Coach
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Did You Know? Some Exotic Vegetables And Fruits Are Only Commercially Produced In Jos, Plateau?
April 19, 2022
When one says ‘Nigeria is a blessed land’, it is not just a ‘positive confession’. It is a statement of truth; a statement that can be taken literally. Take for example, the Nigerian soil is so blessed that one could eat up a mango fruit, carelessly throw the seed on the ground and return some … Continue reading Did You Know? Some Exotic Vegetables And Fruits Are Only Commercially Produced In Jos, Plateau?
By jeremiah
Tribes In Nigeria: The Berom Tribe Of The Jos Plateau
April 19, 2022
If the person is a Nigerian and has names like ‘Dung’, ‘Gyang’, ‘Pam’, ‘Kachollom’, ‘Kangyang’ or ‘Chundung’, the chances that such a person is from the Berom tribe is ninety percent. As a matter of fact, if you have five friends from the Jos Plateau, there is high probability that one out of those five … Continue reading Tribes In Nigeria: The Berom Tribe Of The Jos Plateau
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