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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

Echoes of deaths, hardship linger in Libya

Despite massive campaign against irregular migration and the repatriation of thousands of Nigerians stranded in Libya, there seems to be no end in sig

Sunset for the wanzami

How ancient practice of local barbers/medicine men is losing the fight against time For centuries, the wanzamai (plural for local barbers) have shaved

Machina Emirate: Where snakes pay homage to king

Snakes are generally seen as dangerous reptiles, but in Machina Emirate, Yobe State, they are revered. Here, it is believed that royal blood runs in t