Lagos to Launch First International Cultural Festival ‘Afropolis 2024’ on October 26
The Lagos State Government, in partnership with QDance Centre, is set to launch the inaugural International Cultural Festival, “Afropolis 2024,”…
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The Influence of Islam on Hausa Culture and Society
Islam’s arrival in Hausaland in the 14th century reshaped the political, social, and cultural landscape of the region. Over time,…
The Importance of Respect in Yoruba Culture
In Yoruba culture, respect is a cornerstone of social interaction, deeply rooted in daily life and passed down through generations….
THE TASTE OF YORUBA TRADITION: FOOD, CULTURE AND CONNECTION
Yoruba food goes beyond nourishment; it shows love, builds relationships, and preserves tradition. Meals like Iyan and Amala are not…
HOW NIGERIAN SUPERSTITIONS SHAPE DAILY PRACTICES AND TRADITIONS
Nigeria is a country rich in cultural traditions where superstitions, passed down through generations, influence daily life by linking the…
AMINA OF ZARIA: THE QUEEN WHO RULED WITH SWORD AND WISDOM
A powerful depiction of Queen Amina of Zaria, showcasing her as both a warrior and a visionary ruler, adorned in traditional armor and regalia, symbolizing her military prowess and strategic brilliance.
MOREMI AJASORO: THE HEROINE BEHIND THE EDI FESTIVAL
A statue of Queen Moremi in Ile-Ife, showcasing the legendary Yoruba heroine who sacrificed her son to save her people from the Ugbo warriors.
THE FORGOTTEN MATRIACH: QUEEN OF DAURA
Queen Daurama, ruler of Daura, faced a snake menace threatening her city’s water supply. Bayajidda, a brave traveler, killed the…
GELE GLAM: THE POWER OF GLOBAL FASHION AND CULTURAL PRIDE
Gele is a traditional Yoruba headwrap that holds cultural, spiritual, and aesthetic significance, symbolizing a woman’s status, identity, and connection…
THE FILA: A TIMELESS SYMBOL OF YORUBA MANHOOD AND DIGNITY
Fila is a traditional Yoruba headwear worn by men, symbolizing respect, dignity, and cultural heritage. It transcends fashion, serving as…