by Adebukola Ogunremi | Oct 23, 2026 | Culture, Haba Naija, History
Oriki Ilorin is a Yoruba praise poem that reflects the history, identity, religious traditions and warrior heritage associated with Ilorin. Its verses mention Afonja, Shehu Alimi, Laderin and other names and images connected with the city’s past. The poem celebrates...
by Adebukola Ogunremi | Oct 1, 2026 | Blog, Culture, History
The Oríkì of Ibeju is more than a collection of praise names. It carries references to the people, their roots, their land and the traditions passed down through generations. Ibeju-Lekki is a coastal area of Lagos with strong Yoruba-Ijebu roots. While the area is now...
by Adebukola Ogunremi | Aug 27, 2026 | Culture, General, Haba Naija, Lifestyle
There is something about September in Nigeria that makes the year suddenly feel like it is moving very fast. The Ember Months, September, October, November and December. often bring noticeable changes to travel, social events, businesses, family plans and everyday...
by Adebukola Ogunremi | Aug 21, 2026 | Culture, General, History
Some Yoruba praise poems introduce a community through kings, ancestors, famous battles or important places. Oriki Èrìn-Osun takes a rather different route. Its imagery is unusual, moving between weapons, trees, warriors, strange sounds, food and fire. There are...
by Adebukola Ogunremi | Aug 20, 2026 | Culture, Haba Naija, History
Isese Day 2026 is being observed on Thursday, August 20, as Yoruba communities and traditional practitioners mark an important occasion connected with indigenous Yoruba religious and cultural heritage. If you have noticed that some people are not going to work,...
by Adebukola Ogunremi | Aug 19, 2026 | Culture, General, History
Modakeke, in present-day Osun State, has a story that is difficult to separate from courage. Mention the town to someone familiar with its history and you may hear stories of resilience, community, struggle, movement and the determination to build again. That...
