Food
This popular Nigerian dish is rice cooked in a spicy tomato and pepper blend.
What is jollof rice?
Popular Nigerian singer known for Queen of Afrobeats and songs like “Koroba” and “Somebody’s Son.”
Who is Tiwa Savage?
“If I tell you say I love you o, my money my body na your own o baby.”
What is “Fall” by Davido?
This Nigerian state has both the longest coastline and the largest mangrove forest.
What is Akwa Ibom?
This general overthrew Shagari in 1983 and later returned as a democratically elected president in 2015.
Who is Muhammadu Buhari?
This bean cake is deep-fried and commonly eaten for breakfast.
What is akara?
This Igbo highlife superstar is known for blending traditional rhythms with modern sound in hits like “Ada Ada” and “Nwa Baby (Ashawo Remix).”
Who is Flavour (Flavour N’abania)?
“Onye oma… anyi ga ebi kwa ndụ ọma.”
What is “Golibe” by Flavour?
This city sits exactly where the Niger and Benue Rivers meet.
What is Lokoja?
He was Nigeria’s first ceremonial President (1963–1966) after the country became a republic.
Who is Nnamdi Azikiwe?
A rich stew made with palm fruit extract, popular among the Urhobo and Igbo.
What is banga (or ofe akwu)?
Nigerian legend known as the pioneer of Afrobeat and songs like “Water No Get Enemy.”
Who is Fela Kuti?
“Suffer suffer for world… enjoy for heaven.”
What is “Suffering and Smiling” by Fela Kuti?
This northern state borders Niger Republic, Benin, and Oyo State, making it the only state with both international and southwestern borders.
What is Kwara State?
This former Vice President completed Yar’Adua’s term and won his own election in 2011.
Who is Goodluck Jonathan?
This classic Yoruba stew gets its signature taste from frying pepper puree until it “reduces,” creating a deep, smoky flavor.
What is ata dindin?
This Nigerian artist’s 2020 hit “Essence” became an international breakthrough.
Who is Wizkid?
“Mo sorire o, gbogbo aye mo sorire… ti olorun ba fun e ni temi, se o le se bi temi?”
What is “Orente” by Adekunle Gold?
This large wetland in southeastern Nigeria spans Imo and Rivers States and is famous for raffia palms and fishing villages.
What is the Oguta/Ngor wetlands (Lower Niger Delta wetlands)?
This head of state was assassinated in a coup just months into his rule in 1976, but he is remembered for beginning important reforms.
Who is Murtala Mohammed?
A central Igbo soup made with ground ofo seed as a thickener.
What is ofe oha?
This legendary Yoruba musician pioneered juju music and is known for songs like “Synchro System.”
Who is King Sunny Adé?
“Nne, gi bu kpuru mma… Ijele, the one that they call Flavour.”
What is “Ada Ada” by Flavour?
This Nigerian state has the highest number of local government areas (44).
What is Kano State?
This military ruler led Nigeria from 1993 until his death in 1998 and was widely criticized for human rights abuses.
Who is Sani Abacha?