Anthem Wars: Unveiling Oyo's Claim with 'Aṣíwájú ni wá
- Mojisola Alawode
- Jan 8, 2024
- 2 min read
Hello, curious learners and cultural enthusiasts of Lede Yoruba!
As we navigate through the cultural landscapes, we have an intriguing week ahead. In our stories, we'll explore the claim of leadership by Oyo State with the anthem "Aṣíwájú ni wá." In our movie feature, we'll revisit self-introduction and small talk in Yoruba, with a scene that promises language learning along with a suspenseful twist. Let's dive into this week's linguistic and cinematic adventures!
Learn with Stories and Issues - Anthem Wars: Unveiling Oyo's Claim with 'Aṣíwájú ni wá'
In this session, we'll embark on an exploration of Oyo State's anthem, "Aṣíwájú ni wá," which translates to "We are Pacesetters." We'll dissect the lyrics and delve into the cultural and historical significance behind the claim of leadership. As we unravel the anthem, we'll gain insights into the values and aspirations that shape Oyo State's identity.
Learn with Movies - Detty December Debrief: Refreshing Self-Introductions in Yoruba
In our movie feature, we'll refresh our skills in self-introduction and small talk in Yoruba. The scene will prepare us for everyday interactions with strangers, providing essential language learning. However, be prepared for a twist that adds both language suspense and movie suspense to keep our hearts engaged and our language skills sharp.
This week's schedule is the same as always.
Day | Event | PST | EST | BST/WAT |
Mon | Meet and Chat 1 | 12-1pm | 3-4pm | 8-9pm |
Tue | Stories & Issues 1 | 11am-12pm | 2-3pm | 7-8pm |
Thu | Learn with Movies 1 | 10-11am | 1-2pm | 6-7pm |
Fri | Stories & Issues 2 | 3-4pm | 6-7pm | 11pm-12am |
Sat | Meet and Chat 2 | 1-2pm | 4-5pm | 9-10pm |
Sun | Learn with Movies 2 | 1-2pm | 4-5pm | 9-10pm |
As always, our informal meetup is where we come together to discuss, share, and celebrate the week's language and cultural discoveries. It's a space where we exchange thoughts, experiences, and appreciation for the diverse facets of Yoruba culture.
So there you have it, an intriguing and suspenseful glimpse into the upcoming week at Lede Yoruba! Get ready to unveil anthems, refresh self-introduction skills, and connect with the heart of Yoruba language and culture.
Cheers,
Mojisola