Atale Pupa, Uyayak, 8 other Nigerian Spices Going Into Extinction

Nigerian cuisine is rich in spices and herbs, but unfortunately, some of these spices are going into extinction. Atale Pupa and Uyayak are two examples, and here are eight other Nigerian spices that are also at risk:

Lrugege: A spice with a unique flavor and aroma, commonly used in traditional Nigerian dishes.
Kanafuru: A type of spice made from the seeds of the African nutmeg tree, used to add flavor to soups and stews.
Ugba: A spice made from the seeds of the African oil bean tree, used to add flavor to traditional Nigerian dishes.
Iru: A type of locust bean used as a spice in traditional Nigerian cuisine.
Ogiri: A spice made from fermented melon seeds, used to add flavor to soups and stews.
Ehu: A type of seed used as a spice in traditional Nigerian cuisine, also known as calabash nutmeg.
Uziza leave: A type of leaf used as a spice in traditional Nigerian cuisine, known for its unique flavor and aroma.
Dawadawa: A spice made from fermented locust beans, used to add flavor to traditional Nigerian dishes.

These spices are an integral part of Nigerian cuisine, and their extinction would be a significant loss to the country's culinary heritage. 

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