Cultures and Traditions

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Oriki Ibeji (Yoruba Twins Panegyric) and its English Translation
Identical twins Taiwo Adejare and Kehinde Adejare pose for a picture in Igbo Ora, Oyo State, Nigeria April 4, 2019.…
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Erin Ijesha Waterfall: Tourist Destination in Osun State
Erin Ijesha waterfall Location Erin Ijesha Waterfall, also known as Olumirin Waterfall, is located in the heart of Erin-Ijesha, a…
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Omashi Iyi Cave: Cultural Pride of Anambra State
Omashi Iyi cave is located in Anambra State, Nigeria. The cave, also known as the Shrine of Omashi-Iyi, is a…
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Opobo: Land of the Great King Jaja Where Noise Making is Forbidden at Night
The sights of eye-catching multi-storey buildings greet you as you make your way into Opobo town. Whether you decide to…
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Oriki Ijebu (Eulogy of Ijebu People)
The Ijebu people are one of the major Yoruba sub-tribes dwelling in present day Ogun State, southwestern Nigeria. They are…
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Titles of Traditional Rulers in Yorubaland
Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III In Yoruba land, apart from Oba which is the general name for a king, each…
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Iwu – The Dying Traditional Body Markings of Edo People
Introduction What is Iwu in Edo Culture? You might have come across some Edo folks with different kinds of markings…
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Top 5 Traditional Dances in Nigeria
Nigeria is made up of over 350 tribes and ethnic groups with different cultures and traditions, one of which is…
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The Real Origin And Meanings of Yoruba Names
There are many Yoruba names whose meanings are now lost due to the fact that the words forming the roots…
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Breathtaking Photos From The 2018 Igue Festival In Edo State
As Egungun festival is to the Yoruba ethnic group and Durbar festival, to the Hausa/Fulani people, so is Igue…
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Oriki Eko (Eulogy Of Lagos)
To talk of the busiest, most populous and popular city in Nigeria, one would talk of Lagos otherwise known as…
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How To Greet Or Say Hello In 15 Nigerian Languages
Nigeria is made up of over 350 ethnic groups with beautiful culture, traditions and diverse languages which guide them in…
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Detailed List Of Five Tribes Found In Kwara State
Kwara State, also known as ‘The State Of Harmony’, sits peacefully in the North Central geopolitical zone of Nigeria. The…
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Female Idoma Names And Their Meanings
Are you looking for a beautiful Idoma name for your little baby girl? Below are over 70 female Idoma names and…
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Male Idoma Names And Their Meanings
The Idoma people are one of the most popular ethnic groups in Nigeria with their beautiful culture and traditions. They…
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