Kano’s ‘Kofar Mata Dye-pits’: A Struggling Textile Dyeing Industry
India is believed to be the oldest centre of indigo dyeing in the old world. But even far back, archeologists have found evidence of textile dyeing dating back to the Neolithic period. In china, for example, dyeing with plants, barks and insects has been traced…
The Fine Art of Turmi Making: A tale of Nobility and Excellence
There they were, the famous Yan Turmi of Zaria. Everyone passing through the ever-busy Makarfi road was bound to notice them – even if it was just a glimpse, for it was a blend of a traditional institution with modern structures. Bustling under the tall,…
Fura De Nono. The Holy Grill of Northern’s Delight
Fura de Nono translates to ground millet balls and milk respectively in Hausa. It is a staple dish very popular in the northern part of Nigeria usually taken as lunch. It is a delicious and refreshing beverage that evolved empirically some centuries ago by allowing…
Ancient Architecture: The Ancient Central Mosque of Zazzau Emirate, Built in 1837
The historical prominence of Hausa Land evokes our sense of wonder, so also does its Ancient architecture in equal measure. Think of those sophisticated mud buildings with their captivating facades, embellished in mosaic of bright ,intersected colors that resonate with our aesthetic sensitivities. Often, public…
Amintacciyar Hanyar Arewa (A Safe Passage to the North) Project
We are pleased to announce the official launch of the Amintacciyar Hanya Arewa (A Safe Passage to the North) Project The Project is an avenue for young historians and writers of Northern extraction, during which they would be responsible for telling their stories, bringing to…