Thabang Mazibuko, a former housemate on South African Big Brother Titans, expressed his surprise upon discovering what he perceived as “weird” foods eaten by Nigerians. During his 65-day stay in the Big Brother Titans‘ house with Nigerians, the 21-year-old had the opportunity to understand Nigerian culture better, which revealed both the cultural similarities and differences between South Africa and Nigeria.
In a recent interview with Hip TV, Thabang shared his newfound knowledge about Nigeria’s rich culture. He initially believed that South Africa was the place with rich culture and history, but he discovered that Nigeria has a vast array of cultures, traditions, and a deeply rooted history, which he found fascinating.
Thabang specifically mentioned his astonishment at the different types of Nigerian cuisine and food customs. He humorously pointed out that Nigerians eat popcorn with sugar and peanuts, which he found unusual but accepted. Additionally, he learned that while South Africans consider custard as a dessert, Nigerians consume it as a breakfast item, which he found quite surprising.
Ultimately, Thabang’s experience in the Big Brother Titans‘ house allowed him to appreciate the cultural diversity and unique culinary practices of Nigerians, highlighting the shared similarities and intriguing differences between South Africa and Nigeria.