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Enter the Igbo-Matrix: Mazi Exhibit’s Virtual Reality Art Revolution
Mazi Exhibit, created by Uche Ojiaku, is a cutting-edge virtual reality platform revolutionising the art world. With its unique and immersive experience, it enables art lovers to explore and interact with art in ways that were previously impossible. At its core, Mazi Exhibit is a digital platform allowing users to create and share virtual exhibitions.…
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Exploring West African Cuisine in Tokyo
Can you get Nigerian food in Tokyo? If so, where do you go? Here’s a couple of restaurants in Tokyo where you can find some great Nigerian dishes!
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The rise of Odogwu, is the growing influence of Afrobeats helping Nigerian languages?
The world’s lexicon is changing, and the rise of Afrobeats is bringing Nigerian slang and pidgin to the forefront of the diaspora’s consciousness. Social media platforms like TikTok have helped terms like “soft life” and “nyash” become ubiquitous, so much so some argue that they’ve been co-opted.Â
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What is “Uhie/Ufie” Camwood?
Uhie/ufie has been part of Igbo skincare for centuries. Derived from tree bark, it has mild antiseptic properties that cleanse the skin when made into a paste with water. It’s used as an exfoliator to treat skin conditions such as pimples, warts and cysts. In practice, it was used to soften and clear the skin…