Here is a photo showing people earnestly watching the legendary Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, at his Kalakuta Republic home in Lagos feeding his donkey, ‘Yakubu’, which he named after the then Head of State of Nigeria, General Yakubu Gowon. This photo was taken in the 70s by Femi Bankole Osunla of ‘Africa 70 Photo Agency‘.
https://oldnaija.com/2017/06/06/people-watching-as-fela-kuti-feed-his-donkey-yakubu-which-he-named-after-yakubu-gowon-in-the-1970s/

Life, Career and Death of Samuel Sochukwuma Okwaraji
https://oldnaija.com/2017/02/01/samuel-okwaraji-life-career-and-death/

curiox007:
oyenusi seems like a man mopol, but anini connect! He shook the nation to the extent that the then president , Ibrahim babangida summon the then IG and ordered him to give him anini

Yeah! It's true that Babangida ordered the arrest of the fearsome Anini and he has a lot of underdogs, but imagine, when he (Anini) was caught, he cowered and blabbed what he was not even asked. Infact he went to the extent of shedding tears. But Oyenusi smiled (though it's a fake one) to the stakes. This shows how brutal, unremoseful and unrepentant Oyenusi was. Oyenusi was also dubbed Dr. Rob and kill, why? He never let anybody he robbed lived! Anini did!

thesicilian:
Who was more notorious: Lawrence Anini or Dr. Oyenusi?

Ishola Oyenusi was more notorious, so the title that fit him should be 'deadliest', Nigeria's deadliest armed robber. I think.
https://oldnaija.com/2017/03/23/the-real-story-of-ishola-oyenusi-nigerias-deadliest-armed-robber/

This is George Iyamu, the police officer who worked for Lawrence Anini, Nigeria's most notorious armed robber. George Iyamu was executed alongside Anini by a firing squad on the 29th of March, 1987.
Source: https://oldnaija.com/2016/03/24/lawrence-anini-nigerias-most-notorious-armed-robber/

Samuel Sochukwuma Okwaraji was a prolific and professional Nigerian football player who played for both international clubs and his country. He was born in Orlu, a city in Imo State, to a duty officer, Mr. David Okwaraji and a headmistress, Lady Janet Okwaraji on the 19th of May, 1964. Samuel Okwaraji attended WTC Practicing School, Enugu for his primary education and Ezeachi Secondary School, Orlu, Imo State. Sam Okwaraji also attended Federal Government College in Orlu and finally completed his studies in law in the University of Rome, Italy, but did not take up the profession after schooling. While bagging his masters in international law in the University of Rome, Samuel Okwaraji played for NK Dinamo Zagreb, VfB Stuttgart and SSV Ulm 1846 where he performed exceptionally.

In 1988, Samuel Okwaraji made his way into the Green Eagles squad; at theAfrican Nations Cupplayed that same year in Morocco, he did the unexpected by netting one of the fastest goals (60s) in the annals of the competition against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon. Sam Okwaraji also played at the ‘1988 Summer Olympics‘ that was held in Seoul, South Korea. He played alongside other professionals like Samson Siasia, Rashidi Yekeni, Bright Omokaro, Wole Odegbami, Christain Obi, Jude Agada, Henry Nwosu and so on.

On the 12th of August, 1989, at the unripe age of 25, Samuel Okwaraji unfortunately met his untimely death right on the football pitch before the eyes of 20,000 spectators. He slumped and died of heart failure in the 77th minute of a 2nd round World Cup qualifier match against Angola at the Surulere Stadium now Lagos National Stadium, Lagos State. This was a big and irreplaceable loss for Nigeria. He was given a befitting and heroic burial in his hometown, Umudioka Community in Imo State. On August 12, 2009, as a way of immortalizing this icon, Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola of Lagos State erected a concrete burst of Samuel Okwaraji in front of Lagos National Stadium, the same stadium where he died.
Source: https://oldnaija.com/2017/02/01/samuel-okwaraji-life-career-and-death/

TheSonOfMark:

It's better experienced than imagined but I'd try to project one of such scenarios on your mind.

Imagine girls between the ages of 7 and 14 singing in unison, all decked in two-pieced attires of colourful African print wrappers, backs bent and feet moving to the frenzied beats emanating from local drums. Not for a second do they take their eyes of each other but they are conscious enough to the cheering wall of people surrounding them that they beam smiles and do a routine dance acknowledgement when you're moved enough to gift them monetary appreciation.

The music? The music is beautiful! Not mindless, rhythmic ramblings but meaningful words you can relate to. It's like a tell-it-all sing-song. The gossips making the rounds in the community are even fused into the songs.

The last time I witnessed one was 6 years ago in my hometown but it's still as vivid as starlit sky on a cloudless night.

This alluring image you have created in my mind is enough even if I'll never ever have the opportunity to see a live performance. But I'll try my best. It's beautiful, really beautiful! Nigeria is blessed with rich and fascinating cultures. I'll try making more researches so as to write an article on the dance and publish it on my blog. Thank you.

TheSonOfMark:
Almost instinctively, I knew the famed 'Ekombi' dance would top the list. You have to give it to the Akwa-Cross people. Beautiful dance steps. The gentle flow of undulating body parts; the right balance struck between obscene eccentricity and graceful swaying. You can't help but be enthralled by the almost synchronized steps to the light tapping of drums and melodious song renditions. And the females? Heavily beaded on every limb and waist, the lure you to imitate them like master puppeteers.

OP, there's also the ' Mbre ntuk abaikpa' which is roughly translated as "Performing arts of young girls". Not as famed and graceful as the Ekombi but nonetheless, it's a sight to behold.

Beautiful words. You must be a poet! Can you brief me on how it is performed? I mean Mbre ntuk abaikpa.

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Nne5:
No pictures?

The only dance I know is Egwu ukwu

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Congrats ooo! But it's like y'all have forgotten 'Made In Nigeria"!
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Nigeria is made up of over 250 tribes which all have their peculiar cultures and traditions of which dance is among. The cultural or traditional dances of Nigerian tribes are used for so many purposes which include: unifying the members of a tribe; telling folktales or the history and traditions of a community; showcasing the wealth and strength of a tribe; celebrating; performing religious duties; entertaining and so on. Below is OldNaija‘s compilation of probably the best and most entertaining traditional dances from selected Nigerian tribes.

1. The Ekombi Dance– The Ekombi dance is peculiar to theEfik people of Calabar, Cross River state. It is a beautiful and entertaining dance in which maidens are dressed in multi-coloured attires sewn in a mini skirt and blouse form which exposes their tummy. The maidens are also decorated with beads of different colours and sizes. TheEkombi dancers whine gracefully to the rhythmical beats of the Efik drummers in the movement of ocean tides. The Ekombi dance of the Efik people shows the beauty and maturity of a woman.

2. The Nkwa-Umu-Agbogho Dance– This dance has its feet among the people of Eboyin State. The Nkwa-Umu-Agbogho dance is also known as ‘maidens dance‘ because it is specifically meant for ladies who have just become ripe for marriage. This dance involves vigorous twisting of the chest and waist in a seductive way so as to attract suitors. The ‘maiden dance’ also help younger girls to abstain from pre-marital sex.

3. The Bata Dance– The Bata dance is one of the traditional or cultural dances of the Yoruba people of south western Nigeria. This dance is associated with Sango, the Yoruba god of thunder who was said to be athletic during his days. However, the bata dance remains incomplete without beats from the bata drum- a set of three drums namely: Iya-Ilu, Itotele and Okokonlo. Bata dance is very entertaining as different moves and stunts are performed during the dance. Bata dance is for both male and female in Yoruba land.

4. The Koroso Dance– The Koroso dance originated among the Fulani and Kano people of Kano State, Nigeria. The Kosoro dance, a name derived from the rattle fastened to the legs of Koroso dancers, is a mixture of movements from the traditional dances of the Fulanis and Hausa people of Kano. Usually, the Koroso dancers perform in pairs, sometimes assisting each other to achieve impossible shapes, sometimes striving individually to outdo the other. It is such a beautiful and entertaining dance!

5. The Swange Dance– The Swange dance is a recreational and entertaining dance performed together by Tiv men and women of Benue State, Nigeria. This dance is performed in important gatherings or during festivals. The movement of the Swange dance can be slow, fast or rhythmic all rendering the dancers shaking vigorously; this thus make the Tiv people call the Swange dance “boneless dance”. Swange dance is accompanied by beats with beautiful rhythm and a traditional horn called ‘Al-Gaita‘ which is blown throughout the dance session.

Source: https://oldnaija.com/2017/02/08/top-5-traditional-dances-in-nigeria/

Chai! O Lord of mercy!

2kaybiel:
is ilorin predominantly fulani?

No!
It was even a complete Yoruba town before it was snatched from the Yorubas through the mistakes of the then Are-ona-kakanfo, Afonja.

BUSHHUNTER:
Osogbo is still under oyo empire as at then so they automatically captured them both.


False and inadequate history.

OMG! They capture them both? Sir, can you quote a source? I surely know Rev. Samuel Johnson and Toyin Falola write never that!

Do you know what a war look like? Have you experienced one? No!? Our forefathers did in order to save our heads! Here is one you must read.

After the Fulanis systematically captured and made Ilorin their territory, theysacked the old Oyo Empire in 1835/1636. They were still not satisfied with their victory; they wished to extend their rule deep into the heart of Yoruba land. Thus in 1840, they set to captureOsogbo, a Yoruba town. The Fulanis, under the command ofAli, the Hausa balogun of Ilorin, laid siege on Osogbo. When the king of Osogbo realized that the Ilorins were too strong for the Osogbo army, he summoned the Ibadans for help. Ibadan immediately sent some auxiliaries to Osogbo under the command ofObele alias Mobitan, andAladeAbimpagun. As this force could not stop the Ilorins, another contingent was sent to Osogbo under a more experienced leader. But still the Ilorins won every battle and gained more ground.
When Ibadan realized that the Ilorins were becoming more threatening to Yoruba land, they sent a large and stronger force underBalogun Oderinloto crush the intruding forces andJammas of Ilorin. When Oderinlo and his men arrived at the battlefield, they realized that things had gone worse than they thought. They could not show their faces in the open field for the fear of the Ilorin horses, and for about 20 days after their arrival at Osogbo, they could not fight outside the town thickets. Oderinlo suggested that Elepo, a brave Ibadan warrior was badly needed at the war-front. Elepo had been rejected by the war-chiefs of Ibadan for his actions at the late Agbamaja expedition. As soon as the message from Oderinlo reached Ibadan, the Bashorun wished he could send Elepo to Osogbo but could not go against the wish of other war-chiefs. The Bashorun gave Elepo a cow to worship his god,Ori, and pray for the victory of Ibadan at the war-front.
At the war-front, the Ibadan could not attack the Ilorins during the day because Osogbo was practically in a plain and the Ilorin horses might have advantage of them with disastrous results. They decided to attack at dusk when the Ilorins would no longer be able to use their horses. About 2:pm, the well prepared Ibadan army left the gate of Osogbo for the battlefield. They were to keep a strict watch and arrest anyone suspected to be a spy. About a mile from the Ilorin camp, they halted and arranged the order of the attack. The Osogbo army and the earlier auxiliaries were to handle the center of the battlefield, chiefsAbitikoandLabujuwere to command the right wing, Balogun Oderinlo with the rest of the Ibadan war-chiefs were to form the left wing of the army. The Ilorin camp was then attacked at midnight. The watchword was “Elo ni owo odo?” (How much is the ferry fare?). The reason this watchword was chosen was because the river Osun had to be crossed in entering Osogbo from the south, and anyone who could not tell this was likely to be an enemy.
Stampede engulfed the Ilorin camp as the Ibadan army set it on fire. The Ilorins could not offer the slightest resistance; they were smoked with the gunpowder of the Ibadan guns. This attack was a success for the Ibadan. Some Ilorin war-chiefs were captured in the attack. Prominent ones were:
1.Jimba the head slave of the Emir;
2.One of the sons of Ali the commander in chief;
3.Chief Lateju;
4.Ajikobo the Yoruba Balogun of Ilorin.
There is still more to read and see on the Osogbo War of 1840 @ https://oldnaija./2017/01/16/the-osogbo-war-of-1840/

The Dahomey women warriors (Amazon women) were highly skilled in battle. Here is a link to an account of the Egba- Dahomey War (1851-1864)
https://oldnaija./2016/09/17/the-egba-dahomey-war-1851-1864/

LET US DISCUSS THIS ISSUE OF AGES

The Yoruba people are one of the three major ethnic groups in Nigeria. They inhabit the south western part of the country and are the second most populated of the three major Nigerian ethnic groups, followed by the Igbos of eastern Nigeria. The Yoruba people are well known for their strong desire for peace and unity at home and in diaspora. They are also known for their rich cultures and traditions which include: lifestyle, religions, dressings, beliefs and so on. The Yorubas, also called ‘Omo Odua’(offspring of Oduduwa- the progenitor of the Yoruba tribe), cherish every aspect of their cultures and traditions; none is being overlooked or handled with less importance and care because they practice them daily.
Ethics is a vital aspect of the Yoruba culture. The Yoruba attach great importance to ethical significance because they believe that this aspect of their culture is highly essential to every individual’s life. They also believe that it will be easy for someone with good ethics to succeed in life and the other way round for the one who lacks it. Therefore, the Yoruba people use all means to teach their children good manners and morals and how to use them in the society. Some of the means they use are: storytelling, songs, poetry, oral lecturing and so on.
However, the use of left hand falls under this aspect. In Yoruba land, it is considered immoral, disrespectful and unhealthy to do certain things with the left hand, such as, eating, giving directions, greeting, giving and collecting, etc. This has no reason other than the belief attached to the left hand that it is meant for unsanitary purposes like: picking or removing dirt from a place, cleaning of oneself after using the toilet, picking of the nose and so on. Yoruba elders take all chances to correct their younger ones when found using the left hand for what it is not meant for. Older Yoruba people will never with their left hand give or collect from their younger ones because they don’t want them to cultivate or perpetuate the so called uncultured act. The Yoruba people even go to the extent that they dubbed any child who gives directions to his/her father’s house as ‘omo ale’ which means bastard; they will say,“omo ale lo ma fi owo osi juwe ile baba re”; which means“only a bastard will give directions to his or her father’s house with the left hand”. This shows the extent at which the Yoruba people esteems ethics in their culture.
Also, learning institutions (primary schools in particular) in Yoruba communities take part in the quest to kick down the wrong use of left hand, particularly in writing, among their students.Mrs Olufunke Esuruososhare her experience with OldNaija on how her primary school teacher knocked the back of her left fingers for writing with her left hand- “Personally I do not consider being left-handed a stigma. We all have two hands. I don’t know anyone who would choose to be without their left hand. Some cultures and religions frown on the use of the left hand. For me continue reading @ https://oldnaija./2017/01/28/yoruba-culture-and-the-left-hand/

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Respect one Nigeria. But Lagos belongs to Yoruba!
Read and View 'The First Aeroplane Seen Flying Over Lagos- May 30 1926' @
https://oldnaija./2015/11/18/the-first-aeroplane-seen-flying-over-lagos-may-30-1926/

Jistice at work!
The truth must be spoken: Read the real story behind 'the death of Dele Giwa on October 19, 1986' @
https://oldnaija./2015/10/30/the-death-of-dele-giwa-on-october-19-1986/

Only God can help Nigeria!

Read the real story of Lawrence Anini- Nigeria’s Most Notorious Armed Robber https://oldnaija./2016/03/24/lawrence-anini-nigerias-most-notorious-armed-robber/

Where were your leaders during the fight. They might have calmed obasanjo down. It's too late to cry when the head is off.
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HammerTheirPapa:
No pictures?

it's on the website, OldNaija

Sunky200:
this media house deserves to have their name written on a monument but i doubt if its still functional

yes, they really do deserve it but...... Nigeria!!!
It's no longer functioning, it ceased to exist in 1883.

The Lagos Times and Gold Coast Colony Advertiser was the third newspaper established in Nigeria. It succeeded Anglo African of Robert Campbell and Iwe Irohin of Rev. Henry Townsend. The newspaper was established on Wednesday, 10th November, 1880 by Mr. Richard Olamilege Beale Blaize and was edited by Mr. Andrew M. Thomas and Mojola Agbebi.The 6 pence newspaper was printed fortnightly and was mainly concerned with the burning issues and matters of the period.
The newspaper was the first to decry the extravagance of the colonial government in one of its editions published in 1881. The newspaper was harsh on many of the policies and actions of the colonial government of the time. The newspaper also criticized the executive and legislative council which had no African as one of its members. It also prophesied that a day would come when Nigerians would be left to govern themselves, and the prophesy came to pass on October 1, 1960 when Nigerian gained her independence from the British government.
Read more @ https://oldnaija./2016/04/23/lagos-times-and-gold-coast-colony-advertiser/