History

Zaria, a city in Northern Nigeria that is renowned for its cultural preservation and modern knowledge of the region, is a historic city whose streets whisper tales of cultural pride, …

There are trips you plan for months, and there are the ones that simply happen to you. My weekend trip to Abeokuta was supposed to be about rocks, not rings.  …

In West Africa and the savannah region, Northern Nigeria is home to a history that continues to shape the region’s cultural heritage, social structure, and religious identity: the Sokoto Caliphate. …

Imagine the vibrant sound of drums echoing through the streets, women adorned in shimmering atamfa and lace, and men dressed in flowing babban riga and Zanna Bukar cap walking proudly …

Before there were fashion runways, Akwete and Isiagu ruled the streets and palaces of Enugu. They were symbols of pride and power. These fabrics carried stories that spoke louder than …

In Enugu, the kola nut is always present at visits and traditional meetings.  We should not take the significance of a small nut lightly.  The kolanut tradition in Enugu, known …

If culture had a heartbeat, Northern Nigeria’s would be the steady rhythm of the kalangu drum and the haunting melody of the goge. Hausa music is one of the most …

It’s not every day you walk into a home that has watched centuries unfold. But in Arochukwu, Abia State, the Okoroji House Museum quietly holds that privilege.  Built by Chief …

For ages, women in Northern Nigeria have been instrumental in various areas, including leadership, the preservation of cultural traditions, the advancement of education, the promotion of business, and the maintenance …

When you hear “Coal City, Nigeria,” what comes to mind? For many, it’s Enugu. But the history of Enugu State is more than just coal. It is a story of …