Steemit Engagement Challenge S2W2 | Steem4Nigeria Contest | No place like home: Tell us why you prefer your country to any other country|@sikan-eyen|

in Steem4Nigeria2 years ago

lagos-4357774__480.jpg
image source: pixabay


pledge to Nigeria my Country
To be faithful, loyal and honest
To serve Nigeria with all my strength
To defend her unity
And uphold her honour and glory
So help me God.
NIGERIAN NATIONAL PLEDGE


Greetings to you all, my name is @sikan-eyen and Nigeria is my beloved country.


Nigeria is a country in West Africa, the most populated known as the 'Giant of Africa'. Nigeria my country became independent in October Ist, 1960 and such, presently, Nigeria is 62 years of age.

nigeria-2131332__480.jpg
image source: pixabay


I cannot really say we are where we suppose to be with the economic hardship and insecurity all around, but one thing stands, and that is...

There is no place like home


There are thing that i am grateful to about .y country, they include:

  • Our way of life

  • Mode of dressing

  • Music & dance

  • African dishes


Our way of life:


Nigerians are such homely people. This particular characteristics interest me a whole deal. They are receptive to everyone, including foreingners. Little wonder they feel so at home when they visit Nigeria, making them to make more frequent visits.

funkyp-and-white-lady-1577898__480.jpg
image source: pixabay


We live a simple and fun life, holding on to our rich cultural heritage.

Simply put it, our culture is our pride.

Different tribes in Nigeria pay attention to their individual culture, which involves languages and other things bonding that tribe as one.

nigeria-walk-1577895__480.jpg
image source: pixabay


Mode of dressing:


Nigerians have distinct mode of dressing and a Nigerian always most likely love to show off his identity by wearing our beautiful wax print material called 'Ankara' normally sewn into lovely styles.

image source: [pixabay](https://pixabay.com/photos/bold-wild-woman-extra-ordinary-4556853/)

Our Nigerian laces are also worn during traditional occasions like traditional marriages, festivals, naming ceremonies and burials.


Music & dance:


Music and dance has lived with Nigerians as far back as time itself, it is historic in Nigeria, as many great artist have risen from this country, we have legends like the late Fela Anikulapo, Victor Waifo, Christiana igbokwe and our great hip-hop and pop stars like Asa, PSquare, 2face Idibia, Wizkid, Davido, Burnaboy e.t.c who have gained international recognition across the globe.

woman-4628417__480.jpg
image source: pixabay

Magic dancers like Kaffy and others who are incoming.

A blend of our traditional dance like the Ekombi Efik dance, yoruba dance, igbo dance steps, is the highlight of it all to the delight of viewers.

image source:[pixabay](https://pixabay.com/photos/culture-africa-mexico-traditional-1475550/)
image source:[pixabay](https://pixabay.com/photos/culture-africa-mexico-traditional-1475551/)


African Dishes:


There are over 200 native /traditional dishes in Nigeria. Outsiders troupe in and out of the country just to have a taste of these special delicacies which are prepared with ingredients purchased from the local markets.

Some Nigerian dishes are; Amala and ewedu soup, Afang soup, Efo riro, Ofe nsala, ekpankukwo and our signature Nigerian jollof.

istockphoto-1327486555-170667a.jpg
image source: pixabay



📍Of all the things i have mentioned above, the distinct attributes i prefer my country for over other countries is the traditional meals, richly prepared with fine ingredients.

The meals are healthy and very delicious.



📍If eventually i happen to leave Nigeria in search of greener pastures, i will be definitely willing to come back.

Yes, this is true that many people travel out of their beloved country to other countries of the world and forget their own country completely, this is quite sad, as they seldom return or never return at all.

The truth still stands, no matter how much ills is upon my country Nigeria, even if i go to the moon, i never get the warmth Nigeria gives me, the way the sun caresses my skin, the noise, the buzz and wild laughter, indeed...

THERE IS NO PLACE LIKE HOME

54TLbcUcnRm3sWQK3HKkuAMedF1JSX7yKgEqYjnyTKPwrcsjyErkSfB8cVSEv7mfRFSFf5vYf6muVqqRTQAYvv6MRToFRBiyHFh1nqAWggtwhqACRigvPd8Jd8RwCLT6dRDz7pPJW.png

nigeria-162376__480.png

Appreciation to @steem4nigeria.

Sort:  
 2 years ago 

Nigeria is a beautiful country. I have Nigerian friends during my postgraduate studies and to be honest, they are friendly and do not discriminate when you need help. They have giving attitude to the extent that my friends could even borrow just to satisfy someone in need.

I love the traditional regalia and the Igbo dance step. One Nigerian dish I will love to taste one day is Amala😋😋. Thanks for sharing with us and good luck.

Nigeria is a beautiful country. I have Nigerian friends during my postgraduate studies and to be honest, they are friendly and do not discriminate when you need help. They have
giving attitude to the extent that my friends could even borrow just to satisfy someone in need.

Such kinds words from ,you all you have said is true, thanks for being honest.
I hope someday you get to try out the delicacy.

 2 years ago 

Everything said in this article about our beloved country (Nigeria) are all true. Indeed there's no place like home!, Nigeria is a unique country ranging from the way of living, its culture, its resources and dishes.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
Good luck!

Thank you too for engaging my post, kind regards.

Nigeria, Nigeria , my dear country. We are blessed with good dishes in our country. And thanks to God for giving us good land. Our land is suitable for Agriculture and that makes the planting of all kinds to be possible. Thanks for sharing.

#steem-on

Main reason agriculture is a major means of survival for many, especially in the rural areas, our land is blessed, thank you.

Loading...
 2 years ago 

Nigeria my dear country, you have made a detailed and well explanation about Nigeria, indeed we are blessed with teasty meals and many natural resources.
Nigeria music is so amazing and I do enjoy every bit of it. I wish you all the best in this contest.

Here is my entry too you can go through it. Thank you 🤗

Your country is blessed with so many activities such as culture and traditions,,the difference dressing style,and the meal the offer to the population is so delicious and am happy for that

Nigeria is a nice country and we welcome people, we have so many resources to enjoy, please continue to love your country @sikan-eyen

Coin Marketplace

STEEM 0.15
TRX 0.12
JST 0.025
BTC 56166.62
ETH 2397.45
USDT 1.00
SBD 2.37