They were said to have shot sporadically in the air before whisking away the chief. Two children of the traditional ruler were reportedly injured in the attack.
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Dansiki has since been adopted by the westerners and it appeared in the American fashion scene as far back as the 1960s when it was embraced by the black pride and white counter culture movements.
The earthen pot may come in different sizes and shapes. They are used majorly for cooking in the kitchen and also for commercial cooking purposes. The much bigger pot is referred to as ‘amu’ by the Yoruba people and apart from being used for cooking, it is also used for storing water. In the olden days, when there is less civilization in this part of the world, water stored in this pot is always cold. It was an alternative to refrigerators and freezers.
A Yoruba festival called ‘Obaluwaye festival’ was held in some parts of Brazil earlier in the year and there were…
One way to witness the richness, style, and diversity of the Nigerian culture is through our traditional weddings. It is a combination of our food, our style, and our music all in one beautiful and lavishly planned event. The events are usually expensive (even without the bride price) and time-consuming, but fun. It is usually a time to bond between families. Plus it is also becoming a trend in the global scene; many Nigerian wedding videos go viral on the internet almost every week.
Music is a part of the Nigerian culture and that of Africa as a whole. It has always had its place in the lives of the people from the various ethnic groups of Nigeria. Traditional music in Nigeria is strongly tied to extra-musical events which provide a means of expressing group solidarity and transmitting traditional norms and beliefs from one generation to another
The late 1990s in Eastern Nigeria brought with it a fresh wave of subtle relief from incessant attacks on traders…
For some people, the institution of Nze na Ozo is just another group of old men in some sort of social club enjoying the fruits of their collective labour. On the other hand, to the majority of the people, the Nze na Ozo social institution is a sacred representation of the ancestors in human form.
Its #TBT, let’s take a look at the Nigerian dressing that caught the eye many years ago. It is so…
One of Nigeria’s finest and fabulous traditional wear is Aso-Oke. It is a hand-loomed cloth woven by the Yoruba people…
The Igbo men traditional attire is called Isiagu, also known as Chieftaincy. This is made with high-quality suede materials. Before…
One of the most expensive and elaborate ceremony in Nigeria is the Igbo traditional wedding ceremony. The Igbo people are…
Apart from the Nigerian contemporary dance moves that are in vogue all over the world, there are traditional ones too.…
Traditional wedding is one of the few things that have kept our culture and traditions standing till today. Some of us have abandoned our traditional ways and have subscribed to the western ways of life.
In a recent tweet, BBNaija winner, Phyna, expressed frustration over the state of Nigeria’s airports, suggesting a name change to “Begport” due to the…
In a monumental achievement for the African music industry, the late Nigerian Singer, Mohbad, has secured a groundbreaking feat by becoming the first African artiste to debut three songs simultaneously on the coveted US Billboard Top 100 chart.
Fans and music enthusiasts took to Twitter to express their excitement and share their thoughts on the latest release from Afro artist Teni.
The first word “Under” in the title Under the Udala Trees foreshadows the content of the text, it serves as an indicator to subordinated identities that would
In a resounding call to action, Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II, the former Central Bank Governor and prominent Nigerian traditional leader, has passionately encouraged the country’s youth to reclaim their power and usher in a new era of effective leadership. Addressing a gathering of aspiring young leaders, Sanusi delivered a thought-provoking speech outlining the key reasons why it is essential for the youth to take control from failed leaders.
Businesses in Nigeria are facing a range of new challenges due to the implementation of new government policies, including the elimination of the petrol subsidy and the development of a parallel foreign exchange rate market.
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