Igala, an ethnic group found in Kogi state of Nigeria is the 7th largest ethnic group in Nigeria. They are a rich group of people with history, rich culture, and a way of naming...
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Clarity about the future is guaranteed when one is enlightened about the past. However, it’s the knowledge about the past that makes it possible to preserve our culture, beliefs, festivals, memories of heroes, monuments, arts among others. But, beyond the preservation comes the transfer from one generation to another without losing its originality. Therefore, keep the memories of your culture and tradition alive by taking a regular tour through our blog compendium of notable historical events.
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The Meanings of These Nupe Names will Absolutely Shock You
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Biography of the Most Popular Female Hausa Musician, Barmani Choge
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Biography of The Legendary Ladi Kwali, the Woman on The 20 Naira Note
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Skeletons in the Closet? Unraveling the Roles of Men in MNorthern Nigeria
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History of Gaskiya Ta Fi Kwabo, Nigeria’s First Hausa Newspaper
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Top 10 Emirs in Northern Nigeria
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150+ Traditional Hausa Names and Their Meanings
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Hausa Royal Attires and Their Names in English
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Full List of District Heads in Katsina State
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List of Hausa Traditional Titles and Their Meanings
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History of The Legendary Kusugu Well in Daura
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Biography of Bayajidda, the Founder of Hausa States
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Female Heroes who Helped Shape Nigeria
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Biography of Aminu Kano’s Mentor, Sa’adu Zungur
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Meet the First Female Lawyer from Northern Nigeria
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Biography of the Great Queen Amina of Zazzau
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Chorus I love you. Don't you know I love you? I love you, My love from the depths of my heart. You love him, Don't he know you love him? You love him, your love from the depths...
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Biography of the Famous Hausa Author, Alhaji Abubakar Imam
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Biography of Alhaji Mamman Shata
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