The Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL), Abeokuta
Visiting the OOPL was a monumental insight into Nigeria’s history. It was built to preserve the footprint of the former President.
foluoyefeso
- Sep 11
- 4 min
The Osun-Osogbo Festival, Osun State
Attending the Osun festival is a one-in-a-lifetime experience. An annual celebration of the Yoruba river goddess, Osun.
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foluoyefeso
- Aug 29
- 3 min
Learning about Batik in Osogbo, Osun State
I visited a batik factory in Osogbo, Osun State to learn how it's made.
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foluoyefeso
- Aug 2
- 4 min
The Ojude Oba Festival, Ijebu Ode
The Yoruba people of South western Nigeria are amongst the most culturally and spiritually rich people on the planet. There are many...
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foluoyefeso
- Jul 14
- 4 min
The birthplace of Christianity in Yorubaland - The Hinderer house, Ibadan
Christianity was introduced to Yorubaland in the 18th century. The Hinderer house in Ibadan is ground zero for that, so let's visit it!
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foluoyefeso
- Jun 2
- 3 min
Hiking at Sobi Hills, Ilorin
We hiked to the highest point in Ilorin city and encountered a community with different religions coexisting peacefully.
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foluoyefeso
- May 15
- 5 min
My favorite places to eat in Ibadan
Ibadan is a very "coded" city and sometimes it can seem like information isn't readily available, especially when it comes to the best...
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foluoyefeso
- Apr 22
- 5 min
An NFT crash course and the future for African art
Having spent a bit of time in the NFT space, I've been able to learn a few things. Also what could it mean for African art and artists?
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foluoyefeso
- Apr 8
- 3 min
The National Museum of Unity, Ibadan
In 1973, the Federal Government had the initiative of establishing museums across the country to promote unity. I visited the one in Ibadan.
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foluoyefeso
- Mar 17
- 3 min
Authentic Lebanese food, Salmas Lagos
A friend of mine treated me to lunch, and Lebanese food was on the menu from Salma's Lagos.
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foluoyefeso
- Mar 1
- 3 min
Salami Agbaje - Wealth, Politics and Age in colonial Yorubaland
While exploring Agbeni market, I stopped by the house of one of the wealthiest Ibadan people from the colonial era, Chief Salami Agbaje.
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foluoyefeso
- Jan 25
- 4 min
An insight into Nigerian traditional religions - Sàngó, the god of thunder.
Religion is a touchy subject especially when it comes to African countries. It's role in shaping society is often understated and the...
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foluoyefeso
- Oct 21, 2021
- 3 min
The Cultural Center, Ibadan
The Cultural Center in Ibadan was once an international travel destination for people to experience Yoruba culture. So what happened?
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foluoyefeso
- Oct 10, 2021
- 2 min
The Adebisi Idikan house, Ibadan
The Adebisi Idikan house is a colonial style mansion that was built in 1929. It belonged to a very enterprising man of the 19th Century.
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foluoyefeso
- Oct 7, 2021
- 3 min
Trans Amusement Park, Ibadan
I visited the Trans Amusement Park in Ibadan and learnt quite a bit about the space. What do you think the park can be used for now?
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foluoyefeso
- Sep 26, 2021
- 0 min
Tobi Onabolu; a lesson in playfulness and creativity
The essence of being playful is as pure as nature. It is the very core of our being, but as we grow older, we slowly stop being bothered...
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foluoyefeso
- Sep 20, 2021
- 3 min
Dodo pizza, Lagos
Dodo pizza is a new pizza spot and they actually have a pizza with plantain. My friends and I decided to try them out.
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foluoyefeso
- Sep 8, 2021
- 2 min
Mapo Hall, Ibadan - One of Nigeria's oldest buildings
Ibadan is an ancient city with lots of remnants from the colonial era. I always knew this, but it hits different when you are actually...
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foluoyefeso
- Aug 30, 2021
- 3 min
Exploring the works of Demas Nwoko - The Dominican Chapel, Ibadan
I thought it would be great to make progress on my Demas Nwoko list. This time it would be the Dominican Chapel in Ibadan.
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foluoyefeso
- Aug 23, 2021
- 3 min
The Cavemen, recreating highlife music for a new generation
Highlife music hasn't had a spot in Nigerian mainstream media for a few decades, but The Cavemen are fast changing that narrative.
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