The chairman of the Senate Committee on Reparation and Repatriation, Senator Ned Nwoko, APC, Delta North, has urged the Senate to stand firm following the suspension of the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Diaspora and NGOs, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, PDP, Kogi Central. According to Senator Nwoko, the Senate must not bow to what he…
The Ibadan Malimbe is a rare and endangered bird species found only in the southwestern region of Nigeria, particularly in and around Ibadan, Oyo State. This bird belongs to the weaver family and is known for its distinctive brilliant red and black feathers. The Ibadan Malimbe’s botanical name is Malimbus ibadanensis. The male Ibadan Malimbe…
Alagba, Nigeria’s royal tortoise alleged to be the oldest in Africa, lived to the estimated age of 344 before its death on October 3, 2019. Considered a historical figure, Alagba lived in the palace of the Soun of Ogbomoso in Oyo State and breathed its last during the reign of Oba Oladunni Oyewumi. Here are…
Africa’s linguistic landscape is a treasure trove of culture and heritage and African languages are as diverse and colourful as the continent itself. They carry history, culture, and identity, connecting millions of people. Over 2,000 African languages are spoken across its 54 countries. Among these, several languages stand out for their widespread use, cultural importance,…