Sharo comes from the Fulani language and means “to flog.” Two potential suitors compete for a girl’s hand in marriage by participating in a flogging competition. This is a prominent …
Traditional festivals
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The Olojo Festival has been celebrated for over a thousand years, and its history is intricately intertwined with Yoruba mythology. Its roots may be traced back to the Olojo Festival.
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Traditional festivals
Discover Benin, Edo State, Through its Cultural icon, the Igue Festival.
by Rex Clarkeby Rex ClarkeBenin, Edo State, is a cultural hub in Nigeria, famous for its rich history, traditions, and cultural vibrancy. The Igue Festival, a significant event celebrated by the Bini people for …
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Dambe, also known as “Dambe Boxing,” is a kind of warfare that dates back generations and is firmly ingrained in the customs of the Hausa people of Nigeria. This traditional …
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Traditional festivals
Discover the Magic of the Orogun Annual (Erose-Efe) Festival
by Rex Clarkeby Rex ClarkeExperience the unique blend of tradition, music, and dance at the Orogun Annual (Erose-Efe) Festival. Please celebrate with us and immerse yourself in rich cultural heritage!
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Odo comes from the word Odomagana, meaning “masquerade” in some parts of Igbo Land. Masquerades are well known among the Igbos, and most regard these as a means of communicating …
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Traditional festivals
Importance of New Yam Festival -IRI JI OHURU in Igboland
by Rex Clarkeby Rex ClarkeThe celebration of the new yam crop stretches back millennia and is observed in various ways by various groups in West Africa. The article will take a deep look at …
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Since the 15th Century, the Okere people have celebrated the Okere Juju, also known as the Awnakere Festival. The Okere people are an Itsekiri tribe from Delta State’s Warri, South …