Culture & Tradition

In today’s fast-changing world, many children grow up surrounded by technology, global media, and modern lifestyles. While these things have their benefits, they also create a gap between children and their cultural roots. Sadly, many parents no longer teach their children about their culture and traditions. As a result, a growing number of young people […]

When people talk about the Niger Delta, the conversation often leans toward geography or industry. However, to truly know the Ijaw people, one of Nigeria’s most ancient and significant ethnic groups, you have to look beneath the surface. Ijaw culture isn’t just a set of rules; it is a deeply spiritual way of life where

The Nembe people of Bayelsa State take great pride in their rich cultural values, particularly when it comes to honoring womanhood, maintaining cleanliness, and fostering moral upbringing. One of the standout traditions in Nembe society is the emphasis on personal hygiene for girls and women. This cultural expectation goes beyond just looking good; it’s deeply

For the Nembe people of Bayelsa, culture is more than just history; it is a living, breathing law that determines how we live, travel, and engage with the world. Some animals, such as the shark in our waters and the python on land, are sacred symbols of ancestral power and protection, and killing or eating

In some Niger Delta riverine villages, culture is ingrained in daily life rather than being practiced infrequently. Tradition subtly influences how people in Beletie-Ama cook, interact with one another, and react to strange occurrences. Stories, cautions, and the unwavering voices of elders who recognize that seemingly insignificant deeds frequently have greater significance have helped to

In many parts of the world, traditions are passed down not through books but via stories, personal experiences, and sacred laws that regulate day-to-day living. Today, the Twon-Brass Kingdom, located in what is now Bayelsa State, Nigeria, firmly adheres to some of these restrictions. Twon-Brass culture’s close ties to the natural world are among its