1. Sound Sultan was born Olanrewaju Fasasi on November 27, 1976. 2. He was a rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, comedian and recording artist regarded as one of the pacesetters of modern hip-hop music in Nigeria. 3. He released his first single “Jagbajantis” in 2000, which was a hit in Nigeria after independently releasing other singles […]
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Kenya, officially known as the Republic of Kenya, is a country located in East Africa, bordered by Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, South Sudan to the northwest, Ethiopia to the north, and Somalia to the east. With a diverse geography, rich cultural heritage, and abundant wildlife, Kenya is a nation that offers
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Kano, a historic city in northern Nigeria, is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, vibrant markets, and economic significance. As one of West Africa’s oldest cities, Kano thrived as a key trading hub on the trans-Saharan routes, facilitating the exchange of textiles, leather, and agricultural products. It is home to diverse ethnic groups, predominantly Hausa-Fulani,
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1. Moses Was Born in Egypt Moses was born in Egypt during the enslavement of the Jews. His parents, Amram and Yocheved, were from the illustrious tribe of Levi.1 He had two older siblings, Aaron and Miriam. According to rabbinic tradition, he was immensely handsome and powerful,3 and his countenance was like that of an
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The Ijesha are a sub-ethnicity of the Yorubas of West Africa. Ilesha is the largest town and historic cultural capital of the Ijesha people and is home to a kingdom of the same name, ruled by an Oba locally styled as the Owa Obokun Adimula. 1. Migration from Ile-Ife: The Ijesa people trace their ancestry
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“Welcome to a journey through the storied halls of the White House, the iconic mansion at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Beyond its distinguished facade lies a treasure trove of history, architectural marvels, and captivating tales. From its grandeur and size to its unique features and presidential legacies, the White House stands as a symbol of American
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Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) is a prominent university located in Ile-Ife, Nigeria. Established in 1962, it was initially known as the University of Ife before being renamed in honor of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, a Nigerian nationalist and statesman. OAU is renowned for its academic excellence and has produced many notable alumni in various fields. 20.
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Farming and fishing as well as small scale trading are the main traditional occupations of the Urhobo people. As part of the geographical entity referred to as the Niger Delta region, the people possess large expanses of land and water masses, rich in flora and fauna as well as aquatic life.Urhobo is a South-Western Edoid
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Adolf Hitler was a political leader who rose to power as the leader of the National Socialist German Workers’ Party (Nazi Party) in Germany during the 1930s. He became Chancellor in 1933 and later assumed the title of Führer und Reichskanzler (Leader and Chancellor). Hitler played a central role in the initiation of World War
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Elijah, a prominent biblical prophet, lived during the reign of King Ahab in Israel. His name, meaning “Yahweh is my God,” reflects his unwavering devotion to the true God. Known for boldness, Elijah confronted false worship, famously challenging the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. His life is marked by miraculous deeds, including raising the
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The Oyo Empire was one of the only Yoruba states to adopt cavalry; it did so because most of its territory was in the northern savannah. The origin of the cavalry is unclear; however, the Nupe, Borgu and Hausa in neighbouring territories also used cavalry and may have had the same historical source. The Oyo
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The Zulu tribe is one of the most widely known tribes in Africa, mainly because of the very vital part that they played in the continent’s history. Originally, the Zulus were from the Ngunis who inhabited central and Eastern Africa and subsequently migrated to Southern Africa in the “Bantu Migration” which occurred centuries ago. The
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The Ashanti Kingdom (also known as Asante) reigned over a large part of present-day Ghana all the way down to the Ivory Coast for over 300 years. While the kingdom eventually fell apart in 1957, many of the traditions still live on. In fact, the Ashanti monarchy still continues (in a much smaller form) inside
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1.The first Nigerian medical doctor was Nathaniel Thomas King. His father was Rev Thomas King who assisted Bishop Ajayi Crowder in translating the Bible into Yoruba language. Dr King lived from 1847 to 1884. 2. The Yoruba language is the Niger-Congo language with the largest number of native speakers in the world, 50 million people
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