Osun State – The state of the Living Spring
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 […]
Ondo State – Sunshine State
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 […]
Oyo State – The Pacesetter State
The Pacesetter State History Oyo State, located in southwestern Nigeria, is an inland state. Its capital is Ibadan, which is the third most populous city in Nigeria and was previously the second most populous city in Africa. The state shares borders with Kwara State to the north, Osun State to the east, Ogun State and […]
Ogun State – The Gateway State
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 […]
Àmàlà: Tracing the Origin of a Cultural Staple
Origin of Àmàlà Àmàlà, a cherished Yoruba delicacy, has delighted people for ages. It holds immense popularity in Nigeria, serving as a staple main course. This blog post delves into Àmàlà’s origins, health advantages, and its significant role in Yoruba culture. What is Àmàlà? Àmàlà is a staple food in Nigeria, particularly in […]