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This is not just any other tree. There’s a reason why this bank cannot touch the tree. The tree is over 500 years old and exists in Warri kingdom, Delta State, Nigeria. It is an ancestral tree that is revered by residents of Okere community in Warri. There is a …

This is a is very special house and it exists where culture permits women to only enter through the back door. You need to know these facts about this house which is not just an ordinary building in any compound. Modern feminists might view this as a form of gender-based …

There are age-long cultural practices that are still held in high regards even in modern African societies. In the Southeastern part of Nigeria among the Igbo-speaking communities there is a tradition that seeks to protect the marriage institution which is still very effective till date. This practice exists particularly in …

Awankere is an annual festival held in Okere, a community is Warri, Delta State, Nigeria. This is a fertility festival during which the community is purified and sacrifices are made to appease and thank the deity for all the blessings of the preceding festival year before ceremonies for the current …

Oke-igbo is a community in Oke-igbo local government area of Ondo State, Nigeria. It is one of the areas noted for tourist attractions in the state especially due to the numerous springs located in the serene community. One of the springs in the town is Majerokun spring and this is …

Orosun festival is one of the top tourist attractions in West Africa. It is a festival held annually in the ancient city of Idanre, located in Idanre local government area of Ondo State, Nigeria. The unique thing about this festival is that it takes place on top of the hill. …

Ikeji festival is held annually in Arondizuogu, Ideato-North local government area of Imo State, Nigeria. It is usually held for four days though the first day is basically for ceremonies to prepare for the main events held in the other days. The 2023 edition was held from April 27 to …

This is supposed to be one of the biggest and most busy Sea Ports in West Africa but it was abandoned in 1959 just after the water way was approved as a designated area for building a sea port. It is called the Oseakwa seaport, located in Akwa community, Ihiala …

There is this notion that staying in the village reduces your chances of getting wealthy because of near absence of lucrative economic opportunities. It is believed that staying in the cities in Nigeria give you opportunity to excel because government focuses development in the cities and this attracts a lot …

Ajaanukwu festival is held annually in Omor, a community in Ayamelum LGA of Anambra State, Nigeria. It is one fantastic event that is filled with intrigues and exciting moments as the people display rich culture of their land. Ajanaukwu Omor is what the festival is fondly called. This refers to …

Ozhi lake is located in Idi Opi, a town in Nsukka local government area of Enugu state, Nigeria. This is the largest water body in the entire Nsukka town. It is among the lakes you will find in Opi town. This is a sacred lake called Ozhi Ezenekwa lake. It …

One amazing place any tourist should seek to visit in Enugu state Nigeria is the sacred Orufu lake which is located at Idi Opi, in Nsukka LGA of the state. I took a trip to this place to see for myself the wonderful scenery presented by this gift of nature …

This is one of the wonders you can find in the Southeastern part of Nigeria. It is located in Amakama community in Umuahia South LGA, Abia STate, Nigeria. This is a tree with a cave inside it. You can call it a wooden cave but it is truly a mystery …

Palm wine is a major part of the food culture in many parts of Southern Nigeria. But getting it to remain fresh once you buy it is difficult. There is now an option regarding buying an ever fresh palm wine in bottled form, just like the regular beer. One dominant …

Ese Ogbeji is one of the mysteries you will find on Idanre hills. This is one of the most sought-after travel destinations in Nigeria which is located in Ondo State, Nigeria. Ese Ogbeji is one footpath you will pass without looking back or you die. There is a reason for …