Author: Tolu

Nigeria has numerous ethnic groups, making it one of the most populous black nations. One of its ethnic groups is the Gwari tribe, also known as Gbagyi or Gbari. The people are predominantly found in Central/middle belt of Nigeria. They live in Niger, Kaduna, Kogi and Nasarawa states. They are also the most populated ethnic group in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. They are the indigenous people of the present day Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Significant Gwari towns include Minna, Kwakuti, Kwali, Wushapa, Bwaya, Suleja, Diko, and Paiko. Major Occupation The people are predominantly farmers; they cultivate yam, maize, millet…

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White Teeth is a fictional book by British author Zadie Smith. It was published on 27th of January, 2000 in the United Kingdom by Hamish Hamilton.

The first to present his case seems right Until another shine the light Mother hen reported to the king Then hawk was dragged to the ring ‘The baby is gone’ the king frowns Warlords ordered to bring the hawk down Hawk was killed only to know the baby drown No wonder the hawk had been hunting the chicks down. Speak up and judge fairly Defend the rights of the poor and needy The poor stole a tuber The rich forge the paper The poor visited the prison The rich escorted by the judge A dude took codeine Magnate savor cocaine…

Moi-Moi or Moin-Moin is one of the most popular Nigerian foods. It is a bean pudding prepared by using black-eyed-peas, onions, pepper and several other ingredients. It is served in occasions and also in major restaurants in the country. There are hawkers of this staple food in the streets of Nigeria. This meal is very rich as a result of its long list of ingredients. There is a ‘seven-life’ moi-moi; the seven denotes the number of ingredients added to it. The Yoruba people of Nigeria refer to moi-moi as olele. INGREDIENTS The list of ingredients includes black-eyed-pea (beans), egg, crayfish,…

You might have seen Zamfara state on the Nigerian map, it is a place you have to be on your vacation. Be prepared to return to your destination with a lot of farm produce as it is the states’ major occupation, hence the slogan is ‘Farming is our pride’. Zamfara is located in the northwestern part of Nigeria. The state has its capital in Gusau. The state is populated by the Hausa and Fulani people, even though all other ethnic groups are represented in their communities. The main language spoken here is Hausa. Other languages used by inhabitants are English,…

It’s no news that Nigerians are fun lovers and seekers. We are the life of the party anywhere we go. The Yoruba people of Southwest Nigeria cannot do without parties, which may be in the form of wedding, naming, burial, coronation, and graduation ceremonies. ‘Owambe’ is the word coined by Yoruba people for the attendees of these parties. Apart from the fact that the Nigerian traditional dressings are displayed in these parties, it is a means of displaying various cuisines from this part of the world. You just have to attend a traditional wedding in Cross River and Akwa Ibom…

Mirror on the wall; Always showing what we look like within its wall A true pointer to what men are really are You smile, laugh, cry, weep, and frown when we do You are there when it is smooth and rough Also when friends hid the truth behind The only lie you ever told is Image on the right is left That is imperfection. Mirror on the wall; With you we address our faults A trainer for boldness and courage You show that man who wants to stab from the back You gave back the light when presented to you…

One of the largest ethnic groups in Edo State, Nigeria, is the Esan people. According to Historians, the term Esan has been used before contact with the Europeans. The name ‘Esan’ owes its origin to Bini, which is originally called ‘E san fia,’ meaning ‘they have fled’ or ‘they have jumped away.’ The British colonialists found it difficult to pronounce the same so it was anglicized to ‘Ishan.’ It is believed that the modern Esan people have been organized during the 15th century when citizens left the neighboring Benin Empire for the northeast. 35 kingdoms made up Esan land, they…

Life is a non-fiction book; a memoir by the Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards. The book was written with the help of Journalist James Fox. It was published in October, 2010 by Weidenfeld & Nicolson (UK) and Little, Brown and Company (US). The work comes in hard book, audio CD, and e-book. The 564 pages book tells Richard’s love of music, charting influences from his mother and maternal grandfather, his discovery of blues music, and the founding of the Rolling stones. It also discussed his relationship with Mick Jagger and other issues. It was reported that the book US publisher,…

We all sprout; Into this world We showed up Either black or white Environment welcomed us; A visitor inclined in his ways Day by day We get used to him Paper we all chase; Short, middle or marathon race We all make haste As it set our pace Welcomed here; So you invite another You were born You must to beget another Helter-skelter or slow walk; At the end is void We are yet back to where we sprout Nothing goes with us Except our deeds And that is a seed Who knows where it will be kept? Hot or…

Igbo people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Nigeria. Among the Igbo tribe are the Orlu people who are located in Imo state of Nigeria. Orlu is the second-largest city in the state after Owerri (the state’s capital) with an estimated population of 420,000. Orlu Senatorial zone of the state consists of eleven local government areas. They are Orsu, Isu, Njabu, Nwangele, Nkwerre, Ideato North, Ideato South, Oru East, Oru West, Ohaji/Egbema, and Oguta local government areas. However, when all of the local government areas in the senatorial zone are included, Orlu’s population is estimated to be approaching…

If you will ever win the heart of a Yoruba man, just prepare him a dish of pounded yam. I see someone trying to get poundo yam already, huh! Pounded yam is the most cherished food of the Yoruba people of Southwest Nigeria, most especially the Ekitis, Ondos, and the Ijeshas. Pounded yam is the main ceremonial food of the people. If you haven’t prepared pounded yam in this part of the country during special occasions, it is seen as not special by your visitors. Yam is widely grown all over the country especially in the rainforest vegetation of the…

Its #TBT, let’s take a look at the Nigerian dressing that caught the eye many years ago. It is so thrilling to check out these styles that were in vogue in the last century and still trendy today. Nigerian traditional dressings have been unique from ages past. From the east, west, north, and south, men and women have been classy. From the pictures seen in the archives, a few additions have been added to what men and women used to adorn those days. Check out these collections of traditional dressings adorned by great Nigerian men.  NORTH (HAUSA/FULANI): The main dressing…

Not double but single Two is germane so I need to mingle Singlehood is awesome I’ve made them tingle From the aisle to the altar I want to dance tango. Been so free like a bird Nothing is hidden, nothing to guard I could go anywhere and return to my yard Heart was so tight, like a stone it was hard. Singlehood you must pass and it has been fun Youthful exuberance with vigor, energy has been burnt Future lays ahead, my dream I have to hunt Watch out! So future will not be ruin. Single is sweet as sounds…

The Last Samurai is a fictional book written by American writer Helen DeWitt. It was the writer’s first book and it sold in more than a dozen countries, with 100,000 copies sold in English. The book was published by Hyperion Books in September 2000. It has 544 pages written in the English Language. The novel was shortlisted for the 2002 International Dublin Literary Award and the Los Angeles Times’ 2001 Art Seidenbaum Award for First Fiction. It was also longlisted for the 2001 Orange Prize for Fiction (it made the men’s jury’s controversial shortlist). In 2018, the Last Samurai was…

I wonder if you are a Nigerian if you haven’t visited the nation’s largest urban area. Formerly the capital of Nigeria, Lagos state (the metropolitan area) is the most popular city in Nigeria and arguably the most popular in Africa. Lagos state is in the southwestern geopolitical zone of Nigeria. It is the smallest in Nigeria in terms of area among the 36 states, yet the most economically important state of the nation. It is also a major financial center in Africa. The state is bounded on the north and east by Ogun state. In the west, it shares boundaries…

The Egun people are an ethnic group located majorly in Lagos and Ogun state, the Southwestern part of Nigeria. The people are also referred to as Ogu people. They are also found in neighboring West African countries, notably the Republic of Benin and Togo. The people account for about 15% of the indigenous population of Lagos state. The Eguns in Lagos state are located majorly in Badagry, a coastal town and Local Government Area in Lagos state, Nigeria. It is situated between the city of Lagos and it’s border with Benin at Seme. Egun people are found in the Yewa…

What is an eagle if it flies? Then perch on a tiny branch Let loose again by the breaking sound of the Neem tree Huh! It flaps its wings again Only to descend on Burundi Oh! It is only super if it soars What is an eagle if it flies? Then dive into the sea, Picking an oyster out of all Oh! What a miss by the predator Only to prey on a green snake in Guinea Huh! It is only super if it kills What is an eagle if it flies? Then turn to the wood as woodpecker Searching…

Thinking about something different to eat for lunch this afternoon? Why don’t you try out Dambu Nama? This is a local delicacy that is native to Northern Nigeria. Apart from Tuwo Shinkafa and Masa, Dambu Nama is another popular delicacy in Northern Nigeria you must try and taste. Meat (beef) is the main ingredient used to prepare this delicacy. Beef is readily available in the markets especially in the Northern parts because the people are majorly into cattle rearing. You’ll definitely enjoy this delicacy for lunch except if you are a vegetarian. Meat, which is a source of animal protein…

Belle in my boulevard As the iris in my pupil, You stood out among the pupil You school me from the pulpit You are untouched as the hair in my pubic Even though you’re shy in the public, Yet with you forever is my hobby That’s why you are the belle in my boulevard. Belle in my boulevard As egret on my cattle, I’ll never regret to fight your battle I’ll forever be the light on your candle I’ll make sure you have no shackle Even though I’m indoor as a monk in the temple, Yet, we will tour the…