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in Culture, Destinations, Episodes, TV SeriesButura & Kalankuwa
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Butura, found in Plateau state, Nigeria, offers an exciting exploration of a rich history, culture, undulating landscapes and investment opportunities in agriculture. Butura is a unexplored path. More
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in Culture, Destinations, Travel Club, VideosDrummers in Burundi
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Have you been entertained by drummers from Burundi before? The UNESCO-recognized royal drumming tradition of Burundi, is a delightful experience. More
Ohueje Ohinuoyi
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The Ohueje Ohinuoyi of Ebiraland is a spectacular celebration of culture and heritage. A festivity reconnecting kinship, the 6th edition of the festival spotlights the itinochi textile material, a product of the cottage industry of weaving and a timeless heritage of the Ebira people. More
Benin Bronze, ‘Okukor’ Returned To Homeland
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Martin Eze
Over a century ago, the Benin kingdom was a victim of colonial plundering. Many of its finely crafted ingenious artworks, plundered and exported illegally out of Africa. Apart from the Benin kingdom, many other African kingdoms, were victims of colonial heritage, a point in history markedly visited by forced migration of its heritage. With the […] More
World Twins Festival to Hold from October 9 in Igbo-Ora
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Martin Eze
The Olu of Igbo-Ora, His Royal Mjesty, Oba Jimoh Olajide Titiloye (Asoroolu Ayinla V) has rolled out the line-up of activities scheduled to mark the 2021 edition of the Igbo-Ora World Twins Festival; an annual tourism event celebrated in the famed twins capital of the world. Themed: “Twinning for Global Medical Breakthrough”, the 2021 […] More
The Legendary Zaouli Masquerade That Celebrates Feminine Beauty
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Martin Eze
Masquerading is an intrinsic part of African tradition. For some African communities, masquerades are symbolic to them as ancestors. For others, they are only entertainment mediums. While others are highly revered, only coming out in the public during ceremonies of high repute. One clear thing is that these masquerades add colours, prestige and a large […] More
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in Culture, Destinations, Events, People, Travel ClubJukanoo: The Bahamas National Festival Of African Roots
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Martin Eze
The Yuletide is a period set aside in several parts of the world for merriment. For the Bahamians, the New Year highlights the Jukanoo Festival. Originally an assertion of identity, today, this festival is a national event, attracting connecting nationals with their cultural heritage and attracting tourists from all over. Junkanoo festival is an […] More
How the Yoruba Talking Drum Preserve History
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Martin Eze
Music is an entertaining aspect of societies. Accompanied by musical instruments, lyrics are spiced to meet different tones, moods and appeal. In most parts of Africa and the Caribbean, drum transcends beyond just a musical instrument, but has formed the nucleus of their social-cultural lives. Revolving around spiritual, social and cultural aspects of African societies, […] More
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in Culture, Destinations, Heritage Sites, News, People, Travel ClubGoge Africa Launch “Twin Towns” Project
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Martin Eze
Goge Africa Worldwide Limited has kicked off its “Twin Towns” initiative, designed to connect communities across Nigeria based on shared or similar heritage. According to the organisation, the first set of twin towns are the ancient kingdoms of Badagry (Lagos State) and Bonny (Rivers State). The project was announced in February when the Goge […] More