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…

Akikitan – Baba Ara

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Baba Ara, born Roland Olubukola Olomola on July 2, 1962, was a Nigerian gospel singer and record producer from Ilesha, Osun State, Nigeria. After his father’s death, Baba Ara grew up with his uncle, who influenced and supported him in his musical style. Baby Ara’s debut album, Covenant, was recorded with the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) Choir at Okiki Imole Parish in Sagamu, Nigeria. His latest album is called “Last Advice”. He died on August 31, 2004.   https://oldnaija.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Baba-Ara-Akikitan-OldNaija.Com_.mp3 Notable songs from him include: Covenant, Sacrament, I Love Him, The Master…

Sonny Okosun Ends Tour With Fela in Grand Style

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People of the 70s should definitely know the name Sonny Okosun. For those who do not know the name Sonny Okosun, it can be said that he was one of the leading Nigerian musicians who dominated the musical waves of the 70s and 80s and was best known as the frontman of the band Ozzidi. In 1977, Sonny Okosun embarked on a national tour to promote one of his new songs called ”Papa’s Land”, which sold over 50,000 copies within three weeks of its…

Hogan Kid Bassey Makes Nigerians Proud After Winning the World Crown in 1957

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Watch the video of Nigerian Hogan Kid Bassey mercilessly battling Algerian Frenchman Cherif Hamia before winning the 1957 world title. If you were born between the 1980s and early 2000s, you have probably heard of Hogan Kid Bassey, mostly from your parents who were born between 1950 and 1970. During this period, any Nigerian, especially in the Cross River State region, who flaunted his strength or muscle was certainly called Hogan…

Ras Kimono – ‘Kimono De Want’ (Ayaga Yaga Yaga Yo)

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Ras Kimono, real name Ekeleke Elumelu, was undoubtedly a legendary and irreplaceable reggae artiste in the world of Nigerian music and entertainment. He performed continuously in front of audiences from the 1980s until his death on June 10, 2018. Here is one of Ras Kimono’s most popular songs, “Kimono De Want”, released on the 2007 album “What’s Gwan?” Stream the song below.   https://www.africandjspool.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Ras_Kimono_-_Kimono_De_Want_Ayaga_Yaga_Yaga_Yo_africadjpool.com.mp3

The Panegyric of Ilorin to the Descendants of Afonja.

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If you are looking for Ilorin Afonja orika, you have come to the right place. Ilorin is a city, a traditional emirate and capital of Kwara State in southwestern Nigeria. The city lies on the Awun River, a small tributary of the Niger. According to the 2006 census, Ilorin had a population of 777,667, making it the seventh largest city in Nigeria by population city in Nigeria by population. Presented below is the Ilorin-Afonja Oriki, the praise of the Ilorin addressed to the descendants of Afonja. Oriki Ilorin Afonja Ilorin afonja enudunjuyo Ilu…

Gen. Oladipo Diya Gives Detailed Account of His Experience With General Abacha’s Boys.

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Lt. Gen. Oladipo Diya served as Chief of General Staff (Deputy Head of State) during the military regime of the late Gen. Sani Abacha from 1994 to 1977, when he was arrested on treason charges following an alleged failed coup. In an interview with the Nigerian Tribune, Lt. Gen. Diya spoke about the other side of General Abacha, his experiences in the Nigerian Army, the bomb that was planted to kill him and…