Saturday, 30 January 2021

Nigerian Hairstyle: Two Step Hairstyle

Two-Step Hairstyle

Two steps is a Nigerian hairstyle that is braided in two steps by diving the hair horizontally down the middle, while each section are plaited to the back so has to form the two-step of the braids. The hairstyle gives you a slight lift which helps in making your hair not look flat on your head. You can accessorize the braids with beads which is quite a trendy way to rock the hairstyle these days.

Nigerian Sports: 10 Quick Facts about UFC'S "Isreal Adesanya" You Probably Didn't know.

Isreal Adesanya"

Israel Mobolaji Adesanya is a Nigerian-New Zealand "Ultimate Fighting Champion"( UFC ) middleweight champion of the world. He has been making himself and his home country Nigeria proud in the diaspora. "The Last style-bender" has 20 wins undefeated and no losses in his fighting career.

Below are 10 things probably didn't know about Israel.

Nigerian Food: Koko ( Cocoyam:Taro root)

Koko ( Cocoyam-Taro root)

The Nigerian Koko ( Taro root) is a tuber crop just like the popular yam. It is a food crop cultivated mainly for human consumption. We have two main types of the cocoyam , the white and the pink varieties. The cocoyam can be prepared in any form, frying, steaming ,boiling or converting them into flour for baking purposes.

Nigerian Fashion: 5 Stylish Way To Rock Your Ankara Head Wraps.

5 Stylish Way To Rock Your Ankara Head Wraps.

Stylish Ankara head-wrap can make a big difference to your outfit when you wear them correctly. These days people are getting adventurous with the way they infuse their Ankara headwrap whilst rocking denim to a full Ankara ensemble. The Ankara print is big this season and we mostly see Nigerian/African ladies hitting the red carpet wearing one.

Friday, 29 January 2021

Solution To Being Single on Valentine Weekend 2


Continuation.....
Tip 2: Give yourself a treat.

So on Valentine’s Day, every couple will try to give each other gifts, in fact, some of your friends are planning a surprise valentine party for their partner, not to worry, the greatest kind of love is self-love.

3 Games You Played As A Child

There are tons of games we played as children since we had no work, paid no bills, and provided no food, we were definitely free and we invented games. 

Below are 3 games you must have played as a Nigerian child.

Oldiez and Latest Naija Jamz (S3): Fela .A. Kuti

Olufela, Oludotun Ransome-Kuti popularly known as Fela Anikulapo Kuti was an icon, a man who used music as a weapon and as well as instruments in his activist acts. Fela was a great  Nigerian songwriter, musician and bandleader, who played multiple musical instruments. He was multitalented.

Tourism in Nigeria: Top 3 Nigerian Market

Nigeria is blessed with diversity and grace. Nigeria has several markets in Nigeria both big and small. Some do a 5 market days practise while others, every day of the week. We usually practice the open market strategies which allow people to bring their goods to one location where buyers come to buy what they need; malls and marts recently came into light here.

Trendy Naija Fashion: What Is This Called In Your Language?


 Waist bead is now trending in the Nigerian fashion, even though it has been said to originate from the south-western part of Nigeria (Yoruba tribe). These fashion ornaments have found their way to the hearts of many Nigerian ladies, irrespective of tribe.

Thursday, 28 January 2021

Nigerian Drink: Palm Wine


Nigerian Palm Wine.

Palm wine is called different names in every part of Nigeria. It's known as "Oguro or Emu" among the Yorubas, while the Igbos call it "Mmanya" and "Gya" in Hausa dialect. The drink is a fermented alcoholic beverage created from the sap of various species of palm tree such as coconut palms, Palmyra and date palms.

Nigerian Hairstyle: Koroba

Koroba hairstyle

Koroba meaning "pail or bucket" is a very special Nigerian hairstyle. The hair is plaited downwards from the middle to all parts of the head, in order to form a basket shape.  

Koroba can also be called an inverted Shuku because of the fact that it is like opening a Skuku braid. A well braided Koroba always leaves a shiny spot at the middle of the head. 

Nigerian Fashion: How To Switch Up Your Shirt And Jeans Outfits.

How To Switch Up Your Shirt And Jeans Outfits.

Reading this piece will give you the trick that will help you make lovely fashion statements when styling shits and jeans. Shirts and jeans always create a relaxed look or can be used for business causals.
Since cotton shirts appear firm and crisp, fashionistas always go after silk shirt to achieve this sexy look.

Wednesday, 27 January 2021

Relationship: Solutions To Being Single on Valentine Weekend part (1)

Being single on Valentine day is one of the saddest things that can happen to anyone. The loneliness and the oppression from other couples, “god when” videos, pictures on Instagram and Bellanaija etc., will all seem extreme especially if you’re the only single person amongst your friends.

Healthy Nigerian Food: Sweet Potatoes.

 

Although we Nigerians do not give a minute to notice but we are blessed with lots of rich foods and one of them is the sweet potato.

Awe Little Farmer (S4): Planting UGWU in a Sack.


Just like you know, on Awe little farmer, we share how to plant vegetables, roots, and other plants in containers when there is no farmland. Today we are planting the Ugwu vegetable. This vegetable is very famous in Nigeria because it is used as ingredients in various dishes, from soups to stir fry spaghetti, Ugwu is welcomed.

Nigerian Snack: How to Prepare Ojojo


Ojojo is a Nigerian snack popularly taken in South-western part of Nigeria.
 It is made from water yam. This snack is crispy on the outside and it is gooey and yummy on the inside. 

Below is how to make your own Ojojo.

Awe Entrepreneurs(S5): Learn Photography.


Photography in Nigeria has evolved from the “hang around party photographers” to a professional and well recognized skill in society.

Tuesday, 26 January 2021

Nigerian Entertainment: Who is Ijebu?

Who is Ijebu?

Olatayo Amokade popularly known as "Ijebu" is a Nigerian movie producer and comic actor who was born on the 5th of May,1979 in Ilisan Remo Ogun-State. He had his National Diploma in Mass Communication at the Polytechnic of Ibadan.

Nigerian Fashion: Juliet Ibrahim In Lovely Two Piece Outfit

Juliet Ibrahim In Lovely Two Piece Outfit

Juliet Ibrahim is a goddess in this beautiful outfit. The Nollywood actress has not been on the big screen for a while now, but was spotted over the weekend on a two piece skirt and blouse looking sexy and shinning. 

The beautiful actress posted on her gram series of pictures of these two piece outfits with her looking all glam and gilts.

Monday, 25 January 2021

Nigerian Music: Oldiez and Latest Naija Jamz (S2); Johnny Drille

Nigeria is filled with many talents and various artist in several genres of music with the majority of our artist singing more of afrobeat and pop and some trying to standout daily brings us to our artist of the day.

Nigeria Tourism: Erin-Ijesa Water Fall.

Erin-Ijesha waterfall (also known as Olumirin waterfall at Oriade local government in Osun state is said to have been discovered in 1140 After the death of Christ, by Oduduwa’s daughter.

Nigerian Bake: Bake A Cupcake Without Butter




To bake your cupcake without butter you’ll need:

Nigerian Fashion: Bubu; A Naija Wardrobe Must Have



There are so many types of attire that saturate Nigeria as a nation, examples are "iro and buba", "blouse and wrapper" "Abaya" and this due to the multiple tribes we have and the fact that each of those tribes has their own types of dresses.

Nigerian Food: Famous Nigerian Breakfast; Ogi and Akara

One Nigerian's famous breakfast is Ogi (pap) and Akara (beans cake). It is famous because of its richness in taste and its lightness on the stomach.

Nigerian Entertainment: Guess who?


See who and read all about her below.

Post-In-Photos: Photos from The 80s and 90s That Would Definitely Make Your Day.

80s and 90s Photos.

You've ever wondered what happened to the things we used to cherish during our growing up days? Only those born in the 80s and 90s will be able to relate to these images as we take you back down through memory lane.

Below are more awesome vintage photos from the 80s and 90s.

Nigerian Tradition: Who is Olokun?

Olokun.
Olokun is an Orisha in the Yoruba religion who represents the deep sea and ruler of all bodies of water and wetland. Aje Spirit in charge of the great wealth and prosperity is also believed to be one of Olokun's children. Olokun is also a protector of the African in diaspora and works closely with the "Egungun" and "Oya" to deliver messages and request of the people to Olodumare.

Sunday, 24 January 2021

Nigerian Fashion: Ini Edo Dazzles In Kaftan


Ini Edo Dazzles in  Kaftan

Ini Edo a Nigerian Nollywood actress steps out in a lovely chicy kaftan outfit. She drops it like it's hot. The gorgeous actress is putting on a kaftan made out of a simple yet classy material in a very unique way. The evergreen actress is known for giving her fans an incredible fashion look and style.

See more of Ini Edo's jaw-droppingly dripping in the outfit below in new snaps:

Saturday, 23 January 2021

Friday, 22 January 2021

Awe Little Farmers (S3): Planting Corn

Hey little farmers, it’s a good day to plant corn in your backyard. We plant in containers to overcome the challenge of farmland in the urban cities.

Nigerian Food: Make Your Own - Egg Rolls.


Egg rolls are one of the most common pastries in Nigeria. Learning how to make your own egg roll is a big deal.

Nigerian Entertainment: Checkout Tacha Undeniable Fashion Look in Tolu Bally Style.


Tacha Undeniable Fashion Look.

The reality star has gradually earned her ground as a fashionista in the fashion industry. After her exit from the Big Brother Naija show in 2019, Tacha has shown us she has all its takes to lock down the fashion world with her spellbound in every of her look. Ace fashion designer Tolu Bally seems to get her fashion style rightly.

Below are some of her few stunning pictures of her style.

Nigerian Sports: Quick Facts You Probably Don't Know About Aishat Falode


Aisha Falode.

Aisha Falode is a Nigerian sports journalist who her success story involved both sports and radio broadcasting. The Edo state born was a graduate of physical and health education, who has been able to carve herself a niche in the world of sports.

Below are some quick facts to know about her:

Nigerian Food: Eating Healthy Nigerian Food; Plantain


Plantain is a starchy fruit that can be very sweet when ripe, this fruit is very nutritious and can be transformed into a variety of dishes.

Nigerian DIY: Learn A Skill Today (S4); Learn Fashion (Tailor/ Seamstress)


Today on Awe Entrepreneurs we will be looking into the fashion industry especially, tailoring for skill acquisition and mastering.

Thursday, 21 January 2021

Nigerian Tradition: Iya - Olumo

Iya Olumo.

Iya Olumo, the woman in charge of where sacrifices are made to appeal to the gods of the rock, the Olumo shrine.

She was born in the late 19th century, 1885 as Chief Mrs Sinatu Aduke Sanni A.K.A "Iya Orisa".

Wednesday, 20 January 2021

Nigerian Music: Oldiez and Latest Naija Jamz

The Nigerian music industry is one of the best in Africa, landing many hits songs that trend all over the world and several collaborations with various international artists.

Learn A Skill Today Awe Entrepreneurs (S3): Baking!!

 

The field we decide to look into today is the baking field for skill learning and mastering.

Nigerian Tourism: National Museum Ile-Ife.


The National Museum in Ile Ife is a must-visit for tourists coming into Nigeria. Being amongst the oldest museums in Nigeria, the structure on its own has several histories attached to it and so does the content it houses.