Origin of Ikokore; A Delightful Pottage Dish from Ijebu, Nigeria
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 […]
Days of The Week Blogpost
The Yoruba calendar (Kọ́jọ́dá) is a calendar used by the Yoruba people of southwestern and north central Nigeria and southern Benin. The traditional Yoruba week has four days but to reconcile with the Gregorian calendar, Yoruba people also measure time in seven days a week. The days of the week in Yoruba are all preceded […]
Nadine Ibrahim’s ‘Marked’ documentary on Netflix
Yoruba Lessons Rating: 6.5/10 Are you seeking a melting pot reflection of Nigeria? Then, ‘Marked’ is a must-watch! Directed by Nadine Ibrahim, Marked recounts the long-preserved tradition of African tribal marks. The film provides a non-judgemental space to explore why and how these tribal marks are performed. It showcases how tribal marks are intertwined within […]