Profile of a sultan as a young man
On November 2, 2006, a military officer was called to strip his khaki and don a turban as the 20th Sultan of Sokoto. Twelve years later, Daily Trust g
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Reminiscences with Chief Raphael Adediran Ibitomi
Chief Raphael Adediran Ibitomi was General Muhammadu Buhari’s teacher at Katsina Provincial Secondary School. The 85-year-old elder statesman was also
How flamboyant Kanuri weddings transform women, families
Kanuri marriages are known for their flamboyance and show of pride. But with changing times, new practices are being introduced that purist fear are t
12-year-old Kebbi library in dire need of renovation, upgrade
The Kebbi State library has become a shadow of itself. Few people now go to the once elegant and functional edifice to read or embark on research acti
How legendary Wukari crocodiles live peacefully with humans
The legendary crocodiles of Wukari – the ancient seat of the Jukuns, had been a source of guidance to the once famous Kwararafa Empire. The croc