Once upon a time when our parents used to chase us away from big trees, especially the popular tree called ‘iroko.’ According to them, the tree is the spot where witches and wizards meet for discussions, and because they can’t be seen with ordinary eyes, we were advised not to move closer to the tree. … Read more
There are some people whose legacies are passed from one generation to another, whether as a result of their good deeds or their bad influence. The former is remembered when bad things happen and they wished those people could stay longer, while the latter is remembered when people wished they never existed- maybe their bad … Read more
History of Olumo Rock Olumo rock, is one of the major tourist attractions in Nigeria with a captivating embodiment. Olumo rock is located in Abeokuta is a classic that stands out among other tourist attractions in Ogun state. With its surrounding lush history, Olumo rock will never cease to bring tourists to wonder at how … Read more
Waterfalls are magnificent works of nature. All over the world, they are known to attract visitors for the quiet and sense of purity one becomes filled with. Several of them can be found in Nigeria which include Gurara Falls in Niger state, Farin Ruwa Falls in Nasarawa state, Owu waterfalls in Kwara state, Assop in Plateau, and … Read more
The Federal Republic of Nigeria is a sovereign country located in West Africa. Nigeria should be a powerhouse and the most powerful country in Africa. it is the continent’s biggest oil producer and most populous country. The current population of Nigeria is 206,438,279 as of July 2020, based on Worldometer elaboration of the latest United Nations data … Read more
One Yusuf Abubakar, 12, has been shot dead by his elder brother Abubakar Abubakar, while testing the efficacy of a newly prepared charm against gun shots. The sad incident occurred on Sunday in Dutse Gogo Town,via Kaiama, in Kaiama local government area of Kwara state. Vanguard reports that the two brothers, sons of hunter, were … Read more
Every child is always looking forward to the children’s day celebration. First, because it is a public holiday- a day off school and the early morning rush; and second, because it is a day to have fun with the rest of the kids in the neighbourhood. Also, for Christians and Muslims, churches and mosques have a … Read more
Nigeria During the Colonial Era: The English moved into the Igbo country, which lasted from 1889 to 1914. For administrative concerns, northern and southern Nigeria were merged into a single British colony in 1914. The advent of colonization can be traced to when the missionaries, who were part of the British government’s unarmed forces, infiltrated the Nigerian … Read more
ne of the most beautiful parts of Nigerian culture is their fashion sense; the ability to make something creative and attractive from the trash. Aside from making them, they also have the basic knowledge of how to sell them to the rest of the world as well as pass them from one generation to another. … Read more
When Ajaokuta is mentioned, people are quick to relate it to the Ajaokuta Steel Mill in Nigeria. Ajaokuta has remained relevant because of the facilities and infrastructure constructed within the major jurisdiction. However, the history of Ajaokuta can be traced to the late 1950s. The Story Behind Ajaokuta The town of Ajaokuta, which is located in Kogi State in Nigeria, sits on … Read more