Tradition
10 Apr
In continuation of a tradition he has upheld long before he became governor, Umo Eno, the governor of Akwa Ibom State, on Tuesday night held an Iftar with the Muslim community in the state at Government House, in the state capital Uyo. Led by the leadership of the Akwa Ibom Council of Islamic Affairs (AKCIA)…
19 Feb
The Federal Government has announced plans to establish the Kanem Borno Museum, aimed at preserving Kanuri cultural artefacts. The Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa announced this at the just concluded Kanem Borno Cultural Summit and Colloquium in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. Musawa said that the Kanem Museum when established,…
31 Dec
When my mother died in the early 90s at the age of 60, I did not know that the effect will be so much on my father who was then 68 years old. While we were preparing for my mother’s burial, my father entered my mother’s room, called her name and left very sad.
2 Nov
"Día de los Muertos," or the Day of the Dead, is a vibrant and culturally rich Mexican tradition that often gets associated with Halloween. While these two celebrations occur around the same time, they are distinctly different in their origins, customs, and meanings. Now let us explore the unique characteristics of Día de los Muertos…
29 Oct
“Don't bring the Indian out in me... I'm part of the Slap-a-Ho Tribe!” "The Indian Slap" may sound like an unusual topic for an article; however, it is a cultural phenomenon that has garnered attention both in India and beyond. This unique gesture, while not particularly exclusive to India, holds a distinctive place in the…
17 Sep 2023
Nigeria's cultural heritage is a tapestry woven with vibrant threads of history, tradition and artistic expression. Among the key elements that define this rich heritage are textiles and sculptures, which have played pivotal roles in the nation's identity. In recent years, there has been a remarkable revival of these traditional art forms within the context…
14 May 2023
Decked in flowing white attire accessorised with a white neck, leg, and hand beads, as well as white shoes, a middle-aged lady intermittently accosted passers-by soliciting money.
30 Apr 2023
Eyo masquerade, also known as Adamu Orisa Play, is a prominent cultural and traditional festival in Yoruba culture. It is considered one of the oldest masquerade traditions in Nigeria and is deeply rooted in Yoruba cultural beliefs and practices. There are two types of Eyo masquerade: the Adimu Orisa and the Eyo Olokun. The Adimu…