Nestlé Maggi Partners Itsekiri Homecoming for Culinary Tourism
Nestlé's Maggi partners with Itsekiri Global Homecoming to preserve culinary heritage and drive cultural tourism in Nigeria's Delta region.
Category : Culture
Oluwo bans alcohol in palace, says it kills elders
Oluwo of Iwo, Abdulrasheed Akanbi, bans Hennessy and alcohol from palace, citing health risks and accusing visitors of intent to kill him.
Catholic priest destroys shrine with bare hands
A video shows Rev. Fr. Okunerere dismantling a traditional shrine with bare hands in Nsukka, sparking mixed reactions online. The priest calls it a 'physical act of breaking evil altars'.
Islamic Scholar Mallam Haruna Dazigau Tijjani Dies in Maiduguri
Mallam Haruna Dazigau Tijjani, a renowned Islamic scholar, has died and was buried on August 5, 2026, in Bolori, Maiduguri, Borno state.
TikToker Alleges Forced Rites Over Oloolu Video
Wasilat Olalere claims she was forced to falsely admit illness and undergo traditional rites after filming near Oloolu masquerade in Ibadan; family secretary denies abuse.
Ghanaian Watchmaker Unveils First Kente-Dial Automatic Timepiece
Patrick Amofah launches Warrior King Native Collection, Ghana's first Kente-dial watch, blending Ashanti and Ewe heritage with luxury mechanics.
10-Year-Old Princess Alimot Named Arugba for 2026 Festival
Princess Alimot, 10, chosen as Arugba for 2026 Osun-Osogbo Festival, will lead procession in August, with adjustments due to age.
Rwanda Declares Aug 7 Public Holiday for Umuganura
Rwanda has declared Friday, August 7, 2026, a public holiday for Umuganura Day, a harvest festival with pre-colonial roots, affecting all workers.
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Musawa visits Olu of Warri ahead of 5th coronation anniversary
Minister Hanatu Musawa visited the Olu of Warri to discuss cultural preservation, tourism, and collaboration ahead of the 5th coronation anniversary from August 14-23.
RCCG Founder's Daughter Denounces Viral Statement as Fake
Pastor Titilayo Adewale, daughter of RCCG founder Pa Josiah Akindayomi, rejects a viral statement attributed to her criticizing church leadership, affirming support for Pastor E.A. Adeboye.
Ibadan Masquerade Video: Woman Denies Death Rumours, Says Alive
Wasila Wasiu, rumoured dead after allegedly filming Ibadan's Olóòlù masquerade, denies claims, says she never filmed it and is alive.
Wasilat Alive After Viral Oloolu Incident in Ibadan
Wasilat, the woman in the viral Oloolu video, is alive and recovering at home, says photographer Ayo Adams; Olubadan palace clarifies she filmed Alawo Oloolu, not the masquerade.
Ooni of Ife Welcomes Baby Girl with Olori Oluwatosin
Ooni of Ife welcomes a baby girl with Olori Oluwatosin, three months after twin princes; both mother and child are in excellent health, palace says.
Pastor Kumuyi Receives World Book of Records Recognition
Pastor William Kumuyi is honoured by World Book of Records after his Global Crusade reached 50 million lives and recorded 900,000 conversions.
Ooni of Ife Welcomes Baby Girl Months After Twins
The Ooni of Ife has announced the birth of a baby girl with Olori Oluwatosin, just months after welcoming twins, both mother and child in excellent health.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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