Category: Culture and Tourism

4th Edition of Badagry Door of Return festival will be the biggest tourism event – Dabiri-Erewa

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Hon Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, (NIDCOM) said the 2023 4th Edition of Badagry Door of Return festival scheduled to hold from the 19th to 21st October, if properly harnessed, could be one of the biggest tourism events in Nigeria . Dabiri-Erewa stated this at a joint Press Conference at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, Lagos.   The NIDCOM Boss explained that, “the Door of Return, which sigfnifies the joy of return to the motherland, is about receiving our brothers and sisters that were taken away as…

Emir Awwal Ibrahim: The Erroneously Rejected Corner Stone By Ibrahim Musa

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It all started on the demise of Alhaji Ibrahim Dodo Musa, the 7th Emir of Zazzau-Suleja from Abu-ja Ruling House. Many dignitaries thronged into Suleja for condolences among whom was Late Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Rimi one time Civilian Governor of the old Kano State. After condoling the relevant people, he proceeded to the home of Late Shu’aibu Barde who was the then Galadiman Zazzau-Suleja and Chairman of the King Makers. Interestingly, he was a Teacher to Malam Muhammadu Awwal Ibrahim, Dallatun Zazzau-Suleja then. The regards and respect that he never…

He married the money,By Funke Egbemode

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Tunji – T.J for short- had always seen a bright future for himself in Nigeria. Not even SAPA could make him JAPA. He knew where he wanted to go and had a map even Google would be proud of, of how he’d get to his destination. So, while all his friends and peers were testing the waters of cybercrime and considering yahoo-plus and its gory gruesome details, T.J had his eyes peeled for how he’d move from his ‘near Lagos’ Boys Quarters’ apartment to Ikoyi, Lagos. Yes, you heard that…

Kingmakers install Redeemed Pastor, Ghandi Laoye as Soun of Ogbomoso

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Prince Afolabi Ghandi Laoye has been installed as Soun of Ogbomosoland early this morning, Friday, September 8, 2023. Ghandi a pastor and international businessman arrived Ogbomoso, Oyo state, early in the morning in a private jet which landed at Ogbomoso Grammar School from where he moved to the palace. He was at the palace this morning for official installation which was performed at Abata by the kingmakers led by the Areago High Chief Sobalaje Otolorin. The kingmakers when asked about the Injunction restraining them from installing Ghandi said they are…

NAMES OF SICKNESSES & CLINICS IN NUPE LANGUAGE.

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BATANZHI / CIGUNZHI SICKNESSES 1. Gbyangbyanyakun Epilepsy 2. Kpyalyagi Convulsion 3. Gigbere kagun Immunization 4. Batan Sanmana Diabetes 5. Batan-Etsu Lassa fever 6. Batan-Esan Ebola 7. Esun kanta Heart attack 8. Ezogi/Cegun Kidney/kidney failure 9. Wowogi /gyadingi HIV 10. Wowoko /gyadinko AIDs 11. Egwa / shisha Cancer 12. Etisan Headache​ 13. Nyagbantan Chest pain 14. Ekpa Cough 15. Ecinto Catarrh 16. Gbakotan Stomachache 17. Wukansanagi Rheumatism 18. Egwa-sogi Weak-low 19. Eyeboci Blindness 20. Etizhe Insane 21. Egbo Ulcer 22. Bale/Korikori/eshiko Measel 23. Lanpo Chicken pox 24. Kanalami Monkey pox 25.…

Makinde approves selection of new Soun

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Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has approved the appointment of Prince Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye as the new Soun-elect of Ogbomosoland. Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Olusegun Olayiwola said in a statement on Saturday that the announcement followed the long-drawn processes specified under the law. “His Excellency congratulates the new Soun-elect on his ascension to the throne of his forebears,” the statement said. The Commissioner said the exalted position has placed the monarch-elect in the position to facilitate harmony, understanding and tolerance amongst his people. The Commissioner also…

53-year-old Prince Oyebola emerges 30th Aseyin

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A 53-year-old Prince Olawale Semiu Oyebola has emerged as the new Aseyin of Iseyin, Oyo State. Oyebola’s name was announced by kingmakers following the selection process of the new king held at Aseyin Palace. Ten kingmakers arrived at the palace around 10 am on Tuesday, August 29, after security men had cordoned off the place to forestall a breakdown of law and order. Voting process commenced as planned by the officials of the Iseyin local government and security agents. The outcome of the votes cast showed majority votes in…

History of Modern Nupe Films and Music(2004 to 2007) The Sagir, Sadisu, Ibrahim Ebbo Connections. Part One By Jibrin Bala Jibrin Yikangi B.A.ED English, MISD,PhD(In-view)

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This piece has long being coming; others who know this story are unfortunately late, Alhaji Sagir Mohammed, Leo-Shukra, Sadisu Mohammed, a.k.a Yekondunu(Sadisu and Yekondunu are one and same person,it is used interchangeably here) Hussaini Yusuf Kodo, Yahaya Alfa, Mohammed Bala Loguma, Others who are still alive, Yahaya Shehu-Yahaya Nugwa, Prince Ahmed Tsado, MB Yahaya Babs Muktar Mb , Abdullahi Bida, John Gana Muwo, Abdul Gambo Yunusa,Tina Damisa, Fatima Abdullahi Mohammed (Yekondunu’s younger Sister) are all unfortunately not readily available to render this service but myself, who is a person of…

Olubadan confers title of Mogaji Aikulola-Aibinuomo on Summit University VC ,Prof Abiodun Musa Aibinu

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The Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, HRM Oba Dr. Mahood Olalekan Balogun, on July 31st, 2023 conferred the title of Mogaji Aikulola-Aibinuomo family upon Professor Abiodun Musa Aibinu, the Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer of Summit University, Offa, Kwara State, along with five others. The grand investiture took place at the Olubadan Palace, Itutaliba, Ibadan, and was graced by esteemed members of the Olubadan-in-Council and dignitaries from across the nation. In his address, HRM Oba Dr. Mahood Olalekan Balogun urged the newly appointed Mogajis to discharge their duties with…

Dabiri-Erewa lauds igboFest Minnesota for promoting Nigerian culture

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Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has commended Mr. Peter Egbudom, Chairman of the 2023 IgboFest, Minnesota, USA, for promoting Nigerian Culture abroad.   She gave the commendation when she received the IgboFest 2023 Chairman in her office, in Abuja.   According to her, culture is flora and fiona of the people, “I am so glad you want to make it bigger this time, I hope you put this festival on the world map because this is an amazing culture that the world needs to know…