Oladunwo Festival- An Honour to the Ancestors of Okemesi.

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In the rustic and quiet town of Okemesi in the heart of Nigeria’s Ekiti State, people gather every two years to celebrate and honor their long-dead ancestors in a colorful festival called Oladunwo. Oladunwo is the name of the most revered Egungun (masquerade) in Okemesi. He is widely respected for his importance and the role he played in the history of Okemesi and its people. The story goes that Oladunwo’s group rescued the people of Okemesi while the Ibadan soldiers were about to attack Okemesi. The  people fled to safety from Oladunwo to a…

The Sacred Shrine of Omashi Iyi in Anambra State

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Omashi Iyi Cave is located in Anambra State, Nigeria. The cave, also known as Omashi-Iyi Shrine, is a sacred site and home to Akpo, an oracle believed to have protected the state’s indigenous people. The Omashi Iyi Cave consists of sections and narrow cracks on the surface and a long tunnel about 1 km long. The cave is home to hundreds of bats, which are considered sacred and have lived there since time immemorial. The sacred cave lies in the middle of a semicircular stream that…

Stream Ifunanya by Music Duo, P-Square

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P-Square is a Nigerian duo made up of identical twin brothers, Peter Okoye and Paul Okoye. They produced and released their albums through Square Records. “Ifunanya” is a hit from the album “Game Over”, P-Square’s third studio album, released on May 1, 2007. The “ifunanya” music video was shot and directed in South Africa by Jude Engees Okoye. In the Igbo language, “Ifunanya” loosely translates to “love inspires…

Best of the Oriental Brothers Mixtape- Track 1

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The Oriental Brothers, a popular Igbo-style highlife group with roots in Owerri, was one of the most successful groups in Nigeria in the 1970s. They are known for their expressive instrumentation and literally powerful lyrics. The Original Oriental Brothers International group consisted of five members: Godwin “Kabak” Opar, who was the leader of the group, leader Christogonus “Dr. Sir Warrior” Ezewuiro Obinna, Ferdinand “DanSatch” Chukwuemeka Opara, Livinus…

Five Awesome Sights To Explore in the City of Ibadan.

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Have you been told that social life in Ibadan, the third largest city in Africa, is boring?! If so, you have been told a big lie! If you have recently been wondering what places to visit in Ibadan to have fun and have a great time with family, friends or just alone, this article is definitely for you! Below is a list of the top five places to spend a day in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. 1. University of Ibadan Zoological Garden. With an entrance fee of just…

Idanre Hill: UNESCO’s World Heritage Site in Ibadan

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Idanre Hills, also known as Oke Idanre, is one of the major tourist destinations in Nigeria. It is located in the town of Idanre, about 24 km southwest of Akure, the capital of Ondo State in Nigeria. The magnificent hills of Idanre have been home to the people of Idanre for over 150 years. The history of Idanre says that its first  settlers lived high on a hill now known as Old Oke Idanre. The Hills of Idanre are a…

Stream Afro Juju by Sir Shina Peters

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You have come to the right place to stream Juju by Shiny Peters. Sir Shina Peters & His International Stars released their debut album Ace (Afro Juju Series 1) in 1989. The album, released by CBS Records in Nigeria, was well received. https://oldnaija.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Shina-Peters-Afro-Juju.mp3 Ace, produced by Laolu Akins, is a musical fusion of Juju and Afrobeat. The Afro- Juju style of music combines a fast, percussive rhythm with the use of electronic keyboards, saxophone and guitar. Some…

Three Fun Adventures to Never Miss in the Beautiful State of Jigawa

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Jigawa is the eighth most populous state in Nigeria. Located in Nigeria’s northwest geopolitical zone, Jigawa seamlessly blends culture and modernization, creating an environment conducive to tourism. Tourism in Jigawa, which is best known for its economic and social activities, is just beginning to develop. If you are dreaming of visiting, here are three things you can do when visiting Jigawa State. Visit the Sawaba Monument  Ride the popular Keke Mai Kafa Uku i.eVolume. (white tricycle) and experience the sights and sounds of Dutse, the capital of Jigawa. Start at the Sawaba Monument in the Mallam-Aminu Triangle, reminiscent of Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) in Lagos.…

Stream and Enjoy Wizkid’s Superstar Album.

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Superstar is the debut album by Nigerian singer Wizkid. It was released on June 12, 2011 by Empire Mates Entertainment (EME).  The album was produced by Samklef, E-Kelly, Jay Sleek, Shizzi, DJ Klem, Masterkraft, Q-Beats, Banky W and Vebee. Wizkid’s superstar album features collaborations with Wande Coal, D’Prince, Banky W and Skales. The album was promoted by the singles “Holla at Your Boy”, “Tease Me/Bad Guys”, “Don’t Dull”, “Love My Baby”, “Pakurumo” and “Oluwa Lo Ni”.Below you can download all the songs from Wizkid’s Superstar album.…

Konko Below by Lagbaja (With Lyrics)

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Konko Below is one of the hits released by Bisade Ologunde popularly known as Lagbaja at the peak of his music career. The song was included in his album titled “Me,” which he released in 2005.  Bisade Ologunde adopted the name Lagbaja (Yoruba for ”anonymous” or “faceless”) and began his career in the early 1990s. His name is reflected in the choice of stage costume: muddy fabric and rubber, which the artist used to portray the ”common man” according…