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Day 3 unveiling the North western region of Nigeria 🇳🇬
The Nigeria North western states include; sokoto, kebbi, zamfara, kastina, jigawa.
UNIQUENESS
1. Islamic scholarship
2. Rich cultural festivals
3. Historic zaria city walls
4. Kaduna National Museum
CULTURE
1. Hausa: traditional architecture, Islamic scholarship
2. Fulani: expert cattle rearers, vibrant cultural practices
DRESSING/ TRADITIONAL ATTIRE
1. Elegant headscarf and veil
2. Embroidered robes
3. Beads, shells, leather work.
Spicing my daily exploration i decided to get a bit of their festive seasons. Check it out;
FESTIVAL/CUISINE
1. Eid al-Fitr and Rid al-Kabir
2. Durbar festival
3. Tuwo shinkafa (hausa rice dish)
4. Miyan kybewa(Fulani vegetable)
5. Nupe style grilled fish
Experience the most beautiful Nature of the world, amazing states, soothing landmarks.
Join me on this cultural! Journey 💜.
Lets keep phavering🚀💜
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Exploring North Eastern Nigeria: Day 2
Unveiling the Hidden Gems of the Region
The North Eastern states, comprising Borno, Yobe, Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa, and Taraba.
UNIQUENESS
1. Diverse ethnic groups (Kanuri, Shuwa, Ngizim, Chamba, Gerawa, etc.)
2. Rich cultural heritage
3. Possesses abundant natural resources (fertile soil, rivers, lakes)
4. Historical trade routes (Trans-Saharan trade)
CULTURE
1. The Borno(kanuri) are known for the traditional architecture, islamic scholarship and rich cultural festivals.
2. The Fulani’s (Yobe, Bauchi, Adamawa) are known for their expertise in cattle rearing, traditional clothing (hijabi, babban riga) and islamic practices.
3. The Bauchi and Gombe are renowned for craftsmanship (leatherworks, pottery) traditional title systems and folklore.
4. The shuwa (Borno) are Excellent in distinctive Arabic inspired architecture, vibrant market and Arabic calligraphy.
5. Ngizim (Yobe) are expertise in local medicine, traditional… 0 reply
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Nigeria is a multicultural nation with over 250 ethnic groups. Here's an overview of the major tribes in Nigeria 🇳🇬 state by state.
North-Central States
1. Kogi: igala, Ebira, Okun.
2. kwara: Yoruba, Nupe, Baruba.
3. Niger: Nupe, Gbagyi, Kamuku.
4. Plateau: Berom, Fulani, Tarok.
5. Benue: Tiv, Idoma.
• North-Eastern States
1. Borno: Kanuri, Shuwa, Fulani.
2. Yobe: Kanuri, Fulani, Ngizim.
3. Bauchi: Fulani, Hausa, Gerawa.
4. Gombe: Fulani, Hausa, Tangale.
5. Adamawa: Fulani, Hausa, Chamba.
North-Western States
1. Sokoto: Hausa, Fulani, Zabarma
2. Kebbi: Hausa, Fulani, Zarma
3. Zamfara: Hausa, Fulani, Kamuku
4. Katsina: Hausa, Fulani, Kurgi
5. Jigawa: Hausa, Fulani, Mangawa.
South-Eastern States
1. Abia: Igbo, Ohafia, Ngwa.
2. Anambra: Igbo, Onitsha, Nnewi.
3. Ebonyi: Igbo, Ezza, Ikwo.
4. Enugu: Igbo, Enugu, Nkanu.
5. Imo: Igbo, Owerri, Okigwe.
South-South States
1. Rivers: Ikwerre, Kalabari, Ogoni.
2. Bayelsa: Ijaw, Nembe, Epie. … 7 replies
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