Cultural Heritage Archives - Page 15 of 18

Jun

09

2025

Nigerian Muslims Celebrate Sallah In Face Of Severe Adversity, Exorbitant Price Of Ram, Other Items

Cultural Heritage, Lifestyle, Metro, News, Social IssuesMetro, Next Level, Nigeria, Religion

Many Nigerian Muslims who celebrated Eid al-Adha in 2025 alongside Muslims throughout the world have bemoaned how their preparation for the Islamic holiday was hampered by the high expense of living in their nation. According to those who spoke with our correspondent, the economic climate compelled them to make some adjustments. According to information obtained by OHAFIATV, many people countrywide found it difficult to handle the increase in food and transportation costs. Also, the prices of various sizes of ram, which is symbolically slaughtered to mark the occasion, went up, forcing many Muslim faithful to settle for alternatives. However, there…

Jun

09

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Hon. Minister Hannatu Musa Musawa Graces Ojude-Oba 2025 with Cultural Splendour, Celebrates Unity, Heritage in Royal Grandeur

Column, Cultural Heritage, Lifestyle, Metro, Newsculture, Metro, Nigeria

Abuja, 9 May 2025 - The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, brought national honour and cultural depth to the 2025 edition of the renowned Ojude-Oba Festival in Ijebu-Ode, celebrating Nigeria’s living heritage through a rich display of tradition, beauty, and unity. Participating in the revered royal procession and engaging with traditional leaders and cultural custodians, the Honourable Minister affirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to elevating Nigeria’s cultural festivals as powerful instruments for national pride, tourism growth, and creative economy expansion. In her remarks, the Honourable Minister reflected on the essence of…

Jun

06

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Sallah: Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa Felicitates With Muslims

Abia State, Cultural Heritage, Lifestyle, Metro, News, PoliticsIbe Okwara Osonwa, Religion

The Honourable Member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, Rep. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has extended his warmest greetings to Muslim faithful across Nigeria, particularly within his constituency, on the joyous occasion of Eid al-Adha. In a goodwill message issued today, and personally signed by him, Rep. Osonwa praised the spirit of devotion, sacrifice, and unity that defines the Sallah celebration, urging all Nigerians to uphold these values in their everyday lives. “Eid al-Adha is a time for reflection, sacrifice, and compassion — virtues our country dearly needs at this moment. I commend the resilience and faith of our Muslim brothers and sisters…

May

28

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Abiriba Communal Improvement Union Visits Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa to Discuss Community Development

Abia State, Cultural Heritage, Metro, News, Ohafia, PoliticsOhafia

The Abiriba Communal Improvement Union (ACIU) paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Member representing Arochukwu-Ohafia Federal Constituency, at the National Assembly in Abuja. The visit aimed to discuss key developmental issues affecting the Abiriba community and the wider Ohafia Local Government Area. During the meeting, the ACIU delegation conveyed greetings from the Enachioken in Council and expressed their readiness to collaborate with their representative to address the needs of the community. Both parties engaged in meaningful dialogue on several pressing challenges, including infrastructure, youth empowerment, and improved public services. The ACIU presented suggestions and insights on how…

May

26

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Motherland Beckons IPADA Initiatives & FESTAC Africa Festival 2025 Set For 1st Ever Cross Border Carnival Procession

Cultural Heritage, Entertainment, Metro, NewsEntertainment

Come September 18th and 19th, the cross border road between Nigeria and Ghana, will be lit by the 1st Ever Cross Border Carnival Procession put together by MOTHERLAND BECKONS IPADA INITIATIVES in conjunction with FESTAC AFRICA FESTIVAL 2025. The colourful 1ST EVER CROSS BORDER CARNIVAL PROCESSION route is planned with a take off point in Lagos, going through Cotonou (Benin Republic) – Lome (Togo) and (Ghana), with a big welcome party and full scale celebration of Africa's biggest music party featuring African cultural arts and traditional music from different African countries, in Ghana's capital city of Accra. The procession is…