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2Jan

By Ubaidulla Alhassan1 Comment

African culture, African Homes, African Marriage

8 Christmas gifts for your wife

Some say, "Women are hard to please," this often makes it difficult for husbands to get the perfect gift for their wives. A celebration is not complete without putting a smile on the face of your beloved, so you must have been wondering and considering several options on what to get for your dear wife during Christmas. Here are a few brilliant suggestions that you'll find very helpful. Mind-blowing Christmas gift ideas Image by bporbs From romantic dates to spar treats, find some of the most romantic ways to make your life partner feel loved and special during Christmas. You can thank her for a year well spent or celebrate getting through the year together. Children Adoption Concept. African American Mother Hugging Her Foster Child, Yellow Studio Background. Here are s...

12Jan

By Mariam EmilyNo Comments

African culture, African Food, African Homes, Revamp

10 Most popular Nigerian soups

Nigerian soups are renowned for their unique flavors, setting them apart from soups found in other parts of Africa and the world. Each region in Nigeria boasts its exclusive soup, while staples like the delectable okra soup and egusi are enjoyed throughout the country. These soups are traditionally paired with fufu or swallow, creating a truly satisfying dining experience. For tourists and newcomers to Nigeria who may be unsure of which Nigerian delicacy to try or have trouble recalling the different soups in Nigeria, this guide is here to help. This article is also recommended for those curious about the top 20 and most popular Nigerian soups. Read On: Top 8 Hotels In Port Harcourt Worth Visiting In 2024 10+ most popular soups in Nigeria Cocoyam is an edible food when cooked ...

How to cook yam porridge (Asaro recipe) with vegetable

25Jan

By Mariam EmilyNo Comments

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How to cook yam porridge (Asaro recipe) with vegetable

Yam porridge or yam pottage is a staple dish in many homes in Nigeria. It is highly nutritious, easy to prepare, and quite affordable. The key ingredients in this Nigerian staple are yams, palm oil, and a little seasoning and spices. Although, many homes and chefs in Nigeria have changed and added other ingredients for extra nutrients and improved taste. Although there is a myth that yam porridge can make you sleepy when you eat it in the morning, yam porridge/ pottages are perfect for breakfast. This is a myth from my time in a typical Nigerian boarding school!Yam pottage is also a suitable meal for lunch and dinner. You can always try it at a different time and decide which is more convenient!!! Yam is one of the most common foods enjoyed in Nigeria. It is prepared and eaten in...

12Jan

By Mariam Emily2 Comments

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Enjoying Ofada rice with palm oil

Ofada rice refers to locally made rice. Before the Buhari-led administration banned the importation of rice, most Nigerians preferred to enjoy imported rice or, in typical Nigerian words, “foreign rice.”While Nigerian-made rice has slowly earned its place back in the market and in the hearts of Nigerians, Ofada rice continues to soothe hearts and, quite honestly, has never lost the place it has held for centuries.Ofada rice is a traditional local style jollof rice, made with a lineup of local herbs and spices—specifically palm oil and Okpehe (iru). It is more often than not served in banana leaves for that extra local feel. Nigerian jollof rice with goat meat served on a white plate with cutleries. With more than a few rice mills scattered around Nigeria and the fierce competition am...

25Jan

By Mariam Emily2 Comments

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How to cook ogbono soup with okra

Ogbono soup with bitterleaf, Ogbono soup with Okra and Ogbono soup with egusi all have their unique flavour profile. If you have tried any of these combos, share your favourite with us in the comment section. If you haven't, read on for the simple ogbono soup recipe!! Why do we combine Ogbono with Okro soup or Okro soup with Ogbono? We combine Ogbono and okra to enhance and complement each other. Not all breeds of okra and ogbono can give us the thickness we want in the typical Nigerian draw soup. Therefore, sometimes we use ogbono to make okro soup thicker. We also use okra to make ogbono soup thicker. Adding ogbono to okra soup makes it thicker. We add okra to Ogbono soup for texture and additional nutrients. Sometimes, we have small crayfish, okra, and ogbono. We combi...

Ogbono soup benefits, ingredients and step-by-step recipe

2Jan

By Mariam Emily1 Comment

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Ogbono soup benefits, ingredients and step-by-step recipe

They use Ogbono for weight loss, high cholesterol, and diabetes, according to WebMD. However, it is essential to note that no solid scientific evidence supports these uses. Ogbono seeds might lower cholesterol because they have high fibre content. The fibre increases the removal of cholesterol from the body. In terms of content, the African mango seed is rich in Vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, protein, amino acids, fibre and fat. Taking Ogbono with diabetes medications might cause your blood sugar to go too low. Ogbono in English and other scientific names Although the most famous English name for Ogbono is Wild Mango and Dikka, here are twelve other names for Ogbono African MangoAgbonoBread TreeBush MangoDika NutDikanutDikkaDuiker Nut...

What you should expect in a typical Nigerian kitchen

3Jan

By Mariam Emily5 Comments

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What you should expect in a typical Nigerian kitchen

Nigerian cuisine stands out as one of the most distinctive in West Africa and across the globe. When you enter a typical Nigerian kitchen, you can anticipate a rich assortment of ingredients, condiments, and flavors. Whether exploring the food culture in Nigeria, indulging in dishes prepared by Nigerians, or experiencing the culinary delights of Nigerian homes, tourists will surely encounter at least one of these remarkable elements. We are not referring to the space in a home or restaurant where we make food. We are talking about any kitchen or location where a typical Nigerian is in charge. Some of the most popular dining cultures of Nigerians Depending on how you feel about this, we can also refer to the most common dining habits of the most typical Nigerian foo...

26Jan

By Kenneth Ebillah1 Comment

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The Ghost, the family, and the child

The Ghost, the family, and the child: In a village in Umuahia, Abia State of Nigeria lived a small family of six. The Ebube family was their name. Mr Chibuzo Ebube was a farmer and his wife was a stay-at-home mum who had recently given birth to their fourth child, a girl named Chinyere. Mr Chibuzo was fond of all his children and he loved his wife with all his heart. But his firstborn son, Ikemuefula, held a special place in his heart and mind. In Igbo culture, the firstborn child held a place of pride and prominence in society. Ikemuefula was five years old and was fond of his younger siblings. He.took care of them when Mrs Ada Ebube was not around and had to cook or do some other chores around the mud hut in which they lived. The land around the village of Umudike in Umuahia, A...

Enjoying Nigerian food and preparing a Nigerian food menu

22Jan

By Mariam Emily2 Comments

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Enjoying Nigerian food and preparing a Nigerian food menu

Nigerian food is as spicy, heavy and busting with local’s flavours. Our food is most times heavy because the average Nigerian prefers volume. Apart from nutrition, food is sometimes synonymous with fun and entertainment. We use food to entertain our guests at parties and in our homes. Top view image of the Nigerian delicacy, seafood okra soup with pounded yam. A typical Nigerian soup is usually paired with swallows like semolina, Eba, wheat and so on, unlike the European soup that makes a complete meal. Bowl of Pounded Yam served with Egusi - Melon Soup. Nigerian Meal. A typical Nigerian meal, especially soup, requires a few ingredients. While these ingredients are crucial in producing specific flavours, they are not compulsory. Some of these ingredients are o...

Dating in Nigeria can give us more than sex if we try.

26Jan

By Mariam Emily2 Comments

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Dating in Nigeria can give us more than sex if we try.

Dating in Nigeria can be such a minefield that we wonder if you can gain from dating apart from sex. Relationships are sometimes crowded with so many vain and physical expectations. Image by Oladapo Olusola Our need for physicality is justified; although we obsess about sex, our obsession can rob us all of valuable connections and memories. Our obsession with physicality dating in Nigeria Although sex is the most dominant, other physical expectations can be how we look when we are with our partners, when we deck up for our partners, when we coordinate outfits and the optics for social media. magnificent marble statue Although these are important in the bond shared by partners, most people get carried away with superficial things. They also forget th...

Birthday gifts for your wife: 2022 guide to splurging on your Nigerian wife

2Jan

By Mariam Emily2 Comments

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Birthday gifts for your wife: 2022 guide to splurging on your Nigerian wife

Birthday gifts for your wife: The last two years have been tough on relationships, families, and businesses. As we go back to business as usual, 2022 is the right time to reconnect with family and our loved ones. This is the right time to spice up all that was dulled down during that pandemic. What better way to revive and spice up things than with truckloads of exciting birthday gifts for your wife? Image by Ben Kerckx from Pixabay There is a saying, "happy wife, happy life". This inspired us to give you exciting ways to keep the woman of the house smiling; by splurging on her and making her wildest dream come through on her special day.Our gift guides, as always, contain a range of items that could either break the bank or cost absolutely nothing. Either way, w...

15 Thoughtful First visit gifts for Nigerian father-in-law

25Jan

By Mariam Emily6 Comments

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15 Thoughtful First visit gifts for Nigerian father-in-law

Gifts for Nigerian father-in-law: If you are visiting your father-in-law or a gift to let your father-in-law know you have him in mind, she are a few cheap, thoughtful, and excellent gifts for Nigerian father-in-law. Reasons to get gifts for your Nigerian father-in-law. Reasons to buy a gift for your father-in-law include Father’s day, holidays and festivities, and appreciation. Some ideal gifts for a Nigerian father-in-law can be regular items like food and drinks, self-care items landed properties, and some gestures. Image by Sri Harsha Gera from Pixabay Most Nigerian father-in-law may not ask for too much to expect that the son-in-law takes good care of their daughters and their daughters-in-law take care of their son. 15 gifts for Nigerian father-in-...