Toshi in Hausa means gifts given to a girl by the man courting her. It is a Hausa custom that has lasted some time among the Hausa people, which is now gradually fading. Kyauta...
The Dying Tradition of Toshi in Hausa Land
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10 Sexual Abuse Counselling Services in Northern Nigeria
Sexual abuse counselling services in Nigeria play a vital role in guiding victims of sexual abuse in recovering from the ugly experiences of the abuse. In addition to their...
Nafisa Abdullahi Net Worth
Nafisa Abdullahi is a Nigerian actress originally from Kano but born in Jos, Plateau state. She is one of the most talented and popular actresses in Kannywood. Nafisa Abdullahi's...
Sani Danja Net Worth (In Naira)
Sani Musa Danja is an actor and singer born in Kano state. He was born in April 1973 and is one of the oldest and most influential entertainers in Kannywood. With all his...
CEDDERT Organized A Two Day Conference On Transforming Almajiri System in Northern Nigeria
The Centre for Democratic Development Research and Training (CEDDERT) has organized a two-day regional conference on Transforming the Almajiri System of Education in Northern...
How I Began Advocating for Girls’ Education: Rabi’s Story
My name is Rabi Abdullahi, I am 17 years old. I grew up in Tsibiri, Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State.My father had a millet farm, and my mother didn't work. She cared...
Adam Zango’s Net Worth
Adam A Zango is a Nigerian actor, singer, director, producer, scriptwriter, and Philanthropist. He was born on the 1st of August, 1985, in Zangon Kataf of Kaduna state. His...
Why Many Kanywood Stars Are Migrating to Tiktok
Tiktok. The platform has it all. From Music stars, athletes, comedians, and actors. And Kannywood stars too. Between 2014 to 2019, one could say Instagram was the status symbol...
Princess Mufeedah Was Asked if She Was A Muslim, and Her Response Shocked Everybody
Princess Mufeedah is how she styled herself. She is one of the top female rappers in Northern Nigeria. But is she a Muslim? This is what one fan wanted to know. The response? It...
Kannywood Actress Momee Gombe’s Biggest Secret Exposed
Momee Gombe is well-loved by many. The heartthrob who appeared in Hamisu Breakers hit song, Jarumar Mata. Elegant, beautiful, what's there not to like? To some 'haters', however,...
The Story Behind Safa’s Depression
The music, dances, and performances. All in a bid to mask away the pain. This best describes the situation of Safeeya Yusuf, now turned Safa. But what does one expect anyways?...
Naziru Ahmad’s Caps
Naziru Ahmad, more commonly known as ‘Naziru Sarkin waka’ or simply ‘Sarkin Waka’ is known in the North for his songs. He is a songwriter who also sings for the Kannywood...
The Real Godfathers of Kannywood
What does Ali Nuhu, Adam Zango, Abubakar Bashir Maishadda, Aminu Saira, Harvey Weinstein, Kevin Feige (President of Marvel), and Bob Iger (CEO of Walt Disney) have in common?...
The Horrible Experiences Northerners Undergo During NYSC
NYSC is a nationwide exercise that is designed with the thought of one Nigeria in mind. Graduates from all over the country are sent to other states, not their states of origin...
The Hottest Rap Beef in Northern Nigeria
Tupac Shakur vs. The Notorious B.I.G. Nas vs. Jay-Z. 50 Cent vs. Ja Rule and The Game. Drake vs Meek Mill. These are some of the greatest hip-hop feuds in history. Now, we have...
Yes, They Do Proms in Northern Nigeria Too!
Prom. The beautiful event signifies graduation from High school or secondary school as we call it. If you're familiar with American movies, you must have seen quite a several...
What to Expect in Labarina Season 5
Labarina season 5 aired on 2nd September 2022. The series has been well received by viewers and critics alike, with the acting of the lead actress Nafisa Abdullahi particularly...
Ali Nuhu’s Net Worth Revealed
What is Ali Nuhu's worth? Ali Nuhu is one of the oldest actors in Kannywood. He has been in the industry since 1999 and is still active to date; though he is more into producing...