Oríkì is a type of traditional oral poetry that is attributive and often projects praise. It is said to be the most popular of Yorùbá poetic forms and is passed down from generation to generation. Unfortunately, this appears to be declining like many other traditional practices. In the absence of written documents, certain oríkì’s acted […]
Sunshine State History Ondo is a state located in the western part of Nigeria. It was established in 1976, carved out of the former Ondo province which was part of the erstwhile Western state. It shares borders with Kwara and Kogi to the north, Edo to the east, Delta to the southeast, and Osun and […]
The Gateway State History Ogun State is located in western Nigeria and was established in 1976. It was formed by merging the former Abeokuta and Ijebu provinces, which were part of the former Western state. The state shares borders with Oyo and Osun states to the north, Lagos state to the south, Ondo state to […]
The State of the Living Spring History According to Yoruba tradition, Ile-Ife in Osun State is where the world’s creation began, orchestrated by Olodumare. This place symbolizes life’s start, the origin of civilization, and everything we experience. For the Yoruba people, whether in their homeland or elsewhere, Osun is their ancestral abode. Osun is […]
Land of Honour and Integrity History Ekiti State is located in the South Western region of Nigeria. Ekiti State (Yoruba: Ìpínlẹ̀ Èkìtì) shares borders with Kwara State to the north, Kogi State to the northeast, Ondo State to the south and southeast, and Osun State to the west. Established in 1996, Ekiti State was carved […]
Introduction Yoruba Traditional weddings are usually the 1st wedding out of 3 weddings that Yoruba couples engage in, before the white and court wedding. It is called an ‘Engagement’ and can be done weeks, months or days apart from the other weddings. The bride’s family is typically responsible for covering the ceremony costs, […]
AGOGO EEWO Agogo Eewo is the sequel to Saworoide, which we have already reviewed here. If you’ve given that a watch, you will find characters and locations in this movie familiar. To watch it all at once, I would recommend you do so on Olayemi Olatunji’s youtube channel. There it is titled ‘AGOGO EEWO – […]
If there is one thing the Yoruba culture is well known for, it is the culture of respect. We hold respect highly when it comes to our elders. Who or what is an elder? In the Yoruba culture anybody older than you is regarded as an elder and should be treated as such. Even if […]
Ajala The Traveller Who was Ajala? Moshood Adisa Olabisi Ajala, renowned as Ọlábísí Àjàlá, was a multifaceted Nigerian personality who excelled as a journalist, travel writer, and actor, and eventually became a prominent figure in Lagos’ social scene. He was born on April 3, 1934, in Ghana and was raised in a polygamous household […]
Centre of Excellence History Lagos is situated in the southwestern region of Nigeria, along the coastline of the Bight of Benin. It shares borders with the state of Ogun to the north and east, while its southern boundary is formed by the Bight of Benin. To the west, it is bordered by the Republic of […]
MAGUN-THUNDER BOAT I set out to watch Magun Thunderbolt as it came highly recommended but accidentally watched Magun Thunderboat instead. After watching for a bit, I realised that I seemed to be watching something else but did not think it fair to discard Magun Thunderboat without giving it a chance. Magun Thunderboat is available on […]
Origin of Ikokore On our culinary journey today, we delve into the tantalizing world of Ikokore, a traditional pottage dish originating from the Ijebu people of Ogun State, Nigeria. With its unique blend of flavors and rich cultural heritage, Ikokore has captured the hearts and palates of many food enthusiasts across the country. What […]
Yoruba Insults Language is a phenomenon that is used in communication. The environment we live in is largely verbal, therefore, language serves as an expressive function used in everyday conversation. Yoruba is an ethnic group which has an exciting history and rich culture. Yoruba people are known for numerous things, one of those things […]
Origin of Ewa Agoyin What is Ewa Agoyin? Have you ever indulged in a culinary experience that transcends boundaries and captures the essence of culture in every bite? Ewa Agoyin is a beloved street food that perfectly embodies the rich flavors and traditions of Nigeria. This iconic dish features soft or mashed beans paired with […]
BUILDING COMMUNITY Àsà ìranra-ẹni lọ́wọ́ refers to the ways in which Yoruba people help each other out with work, whether it is at the farm, in the home, money affairs or in other matters. It is advantageous because it enables work to commence and finish quickly, it develops community, reduces the difficulties that come from […]
Ekiti State; Land of Honour and Integrity
Land of Honour and Integrity History Ekiti State is located…