Traditional rulers in Nigeria have been in existence even before colonialisation. Even during the colonial rule, the traditional rulers were still on their thrones although with minimal operations. During this period, they were given the opportunity to rule through indirect rule. By this, the colonial masters will give orders directly to the traditional rulers while …
A taboo is an act, action, custom or behaviour that is highly forbidden, prohibited on the basis of sacred social or religious meaning attached to it. Taboo is a Polynesian term ‘tapu’ which means forbidden. It is a universal phenomenon present in all societies. Some are gender-based; some have religious affiliation while some are cultural. …
Thunder bolt means “magun” or “edun ara” in the Yoruba culture of Western region of Nigeria. It means “do not climb” in English Language or “iwo ko gbodo gun” in Yoruba Language. Thunderbolt can be traced to the god of Sango- the god of thunder and lightning. Despite the fact that it has its origin …
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Definition, Meaning, and Explanation Of Modern/Conventional Medicine Modern medicine is a medical system that is based on the assumption that the mind and the body are separate. Thus, patients are not treated wholly but according to the symptoms exhibited. The diseased body parts are taken into consideration. The physical health is treated in modern medicine …
Effects of Sex Education on Children and Students There have been various debates and arguments on if sex education should be taught to children, Explained in details below are the reasons why sex education is important to children or maybe harming children and students Sex education is the process of teaching the young ones, teenagers, and …
Meaning and Definition of Prostitution Prostitution is known as the world’s oldest profession and one of the most common vices (read about other vices here). Prostitution is derived from the Latin word “prostituta” which is practiced by both male and female. This act is also known as commercial sex where people (both male and female) …
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Meaning and Definition of a Nuclear Family The nuclear family, also known as the traditional family, consists of a married couple and their dependent children living together under one roof. This type of family structure is considered the basic unit of social organization in many societies around the world. The nuclear family has a long …
The flings and memories attached to our first love are always fresh. Our experiences with our first boyfriend/girlfriend differ, which could be romantic, embarrassing, loving and memorable. The definition of first love varies with people. Some people believe their first love is the first person they played the childish daddy and mummy with, the first …
Sacrifices and rituals used to be founded in traditional religion. Literally, sacrifice is an act where a gift is being giving to a person to show appreciation and to expect something greater. Sacrifice, in this context is an act of offering or giving a gift to a deity, a god or to a supernatural being …
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Hygiene is synonymous to cleanliness. Thus, personal hygiene refers to the care of the body. The human body can serve as host of diseases and germs which can get into the body through the openings on our body, thereby affecting our health. Good personal hygiene reduces the chances of falling ill and contacting diseases. The …
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