Journalist Laments Fading 'Mrs' Title Among Married Women
Nigerian journalist Aniekeme Finbarr laments the fading of 'Mrs' from official docs and business cards, calling it a collective choice by married women.
Category : Culture
Glasgow Taxi Ride with Iraqi Driver Challenges Stereotypes
A chance encounter with an Iraqi taxi driver named Saeed in Glasgow reminds a Commonwealth Games reporter not to judge a country by its stereotypes.
Ogori New Year 2026: Indigenous Four-Day Week Culture
Ogori New Year: Thursday, 6 August second Ebina. ODU's theme "Counting Time the Ogori Way" explores the indigenous four-day week and its communal significance.
Man storms August meeting in Enugu, tries to drag wife out
A man stormed an August meeting in Enugu on Saturday, August 1, and tried to drag his wife out. A viral video shows the dramatic confrontation.
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Lekan Alabi Dies; Akin Alabi Gets New Ibadan Title
Lekan Alabi, Abese Olubadan of Ibadanland, has died. He served three Oyo governors as CPS. Akin Alabi is set to be elevated to Gbonka Olubadan.
Oniba Ekun: From Labourer to Lagos Monarch
Sulaimon Adeshina Raji, the Oniba Ekun of Iba Kingdom, rose from a labourer and okada chairman to become king in December 2020, succeeding a 45-year reign.
Prophet Emmanuel Alogbo Dies at 93: Key Facts
Prophet Emmanuel Alogbo, worldwide spiritual leader of Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church, has died at 93. Here are six key facts about his life, from railway worker to global evangelist.
Folake Olowofoyeku Gets Chieftaincy Titles in Osun
Nigerian-American actress Folake Olowofoyeku, star of Bob Hearts Abishola, has been honoured with two chieftaincy titles in Ilesa, Osun State, marking one of the greatest moments of her life.
Priest Questions African Priests Rejecting African Names in Baptism
A Catholic priest has publicly questioned why African priests reject African names during baptism, noting that European priests never do, and asking who taught Africans to hate themselves.
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Igbo Names for Boys: Meanings and Cultural Guide
Discover over 250 Igbo names for boys with their meanings. Learn about the cultural significance, naming ceremonies, and how Christianity shaped Igbo naming traditions.
Words People Say Differently Across Regions and Accents
Regional accents and dialects cause English words like caramel, tomato, and water to be pronounced differently across the United States, UK, and other English-speaking areas, reflecting cultural identity and linguistic evolution.
Oloolu Masquerade: Olubadan Announces 2026 Festival Dates
Olubadan announces Oloolu masquerade 4-day festival from July 27-30, 2026, with routes across Ibadan. Women warned to avoid masquerade. Security urged to prevent violence.
Over 50 Unique Igbo Names Starting with K and Meanings
Igbo names starting with K often carry deep spiritual significance. This article lists over 50 such names with meanings, categorized by gender and unisex, and answers common questions.
Oluremi Tinubu Pledges Akwete Fabric for 2027 Victory
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu says she will wear a buba and wrapper made from Akwete fabric if President Bola Tinubu wins re-election in 2027, announcing a N2bn donation to revive the weaving industry.
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Birdwatching in Nigeria: Cultural Suspicion and Environmental Challenges
Birdwatching in Nigeria faces cultural stigma as birds are often viewed as shape-shifting witches, hindering conservation efforts and threatening habitats like wetlands crucial for flood control.
Understanding Hasad: Shades, Dangers, and Islamic Teachings
Explore the three levels of hasad (envy) in Islam, from mild dislike to the evil eye. Learn its spiritual dangers, causes, and protective measures according to the Qur'an and Sunnah.
Sultan Declares July 16 as First Day of Safar 1448AH
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar III, declared Thursday, July 16, 2026, as the first day of Safar 1448AH after no crescent sighting was confirmed.
FG Begins Nationwide Screening for Artisans Under SUPA Programme
The Federal Government has launched nationwide screening for carpenters, plumbers, and other artisans under the Skill-Up Artisans Programme to select candidates for advanced training and international certification.
Onga Dandano: Authentic Arewa Taste for Northern Kitchens
Onga Dandano, a new seasoning brand, launches in northern Nigeria, offering an authentic Arewa taste made from local ingredients to enhance traditional dishes.
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Group Demands Apology from Ezza Elites Over Unsanctioned Festival
AEISCID gives Ezza Elites 48-hour ultimatum to apologise for holding an unsanctioned Okeaku New Yam Festival, bypassing traditional elders.
NTDA backs Ekinrin-Adde festival for cultural tourism
NTDA Director General Ola Awakan commits to promoting Ekinrin-Adde cultural festival, exploring Akogba Mountain, and listing the event on national tourism calendar.
Swiss museums return 18 Benin artefacts to Nigeria
Switzerland returned 23 looted Benin Kingdom artefacts to Nigeria, including 18 from three Swiss museums, marking a milestone in cultural restitution efforts.
Masquerades protest farmland acquisition for solar project in Niger
Residents of Diko town in Niger State, joined by masquerades, protested the acquisition of 500 hectares of farmland for an industrial solar project, alleging lack of consultation and threatening livelihoods.
Eyo Festival Lagos: History, Meaning, and Why Yoruba Celebrate It
The Eyo Festival, also known as Adamu Orisa Play, originated in 19th-century Lagos to honor deceased kings and chiefs, featuring white-clad masquerades and public processions.
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New Yam Festival: Origin, Significance in Igbo Culture
Discover the origin of the New Yam Festival (Iri Ji) in Igboland, why yam is king, and how the celebration preserves tradition in modern Nigeria.
Old Oyo Empire: Rise and Fall of a Powerful Yoruba Kingdom
The Old Oyo Empire dominated Yorubaland from the 17th to 19th centuries with a powerful cavalry, but internal strife and Fulani attacks led to its collapse.
Olubadan Warns Against Violence at Egungun Festival
Olubadan Oba Rashidi Ladoja warns masquerades and followers against violence during the Egungun Festival, urging peaceful conduct and adherence to the law.
One-Pot Sausage and Shrimp Jambalaya Recipe
Learn how to make a delicious one-pot sausage and shrimp jambalaya, a flavorful fried rice dish with spices, shrimp, sausages, and eggs. Perfect for family or gatherings.
Shyllon Museum Expands Reach with International Residency
The Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art joins TheMuseumsLab 2026 cohort, becoming the first Nigerian university art museum in the network, and will host its first international residency.
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Lady Surprised by Alexx Ekubo's Burial Tradition
A Nigerian lady expressed surprise that Alexx Ekubo's body spent the night in his family house before burial, questioning if this tradition still persists despite Christianity.
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