17/06/2025
Ah, the legendary “milling machine” – a staple in many Nigerian households! This beauty is like the Swiss Army knife of the kitchen; it can turn corn into flour, beans into a perfect porridge, and even transform your dreams of a quiet Saturday into a noisy grinding session!
Picture this: you wake up, ready to enjoy a peaceful weekend, and suddenly, your neighbor decides it’s the perfect day to mill some corn. The sound? A delightful symphony of grinding, squeaking, and the occasional “Omo, you no go fit do am like this!” from the operator. It’s like a concert, but instead of a band, you have a grinding machine and a very enthusiastic operator!
Nigerians have a love-hate relationship with this machine. On one hand, it’s the hero that provides the foundation for a delicious Eba or Akara. On the other hand, it’s the reason you can’t hear yourself think. And let’s not forget the intense negotiation that happens at the milling station. “I brought my corn! I want it fine, but not too fine!” It’s a high-stakes game of culinary poker!
And then there’s the aftermath: the flour dust settles everywhere, coating everything in a fine layer of “I-just-milled-some-corn” magic. You leave the milling station looking like you’ve just been in a flour fight. Who needs a spa day when you can get a free exfoliation with every milling session?
So, if you hear that sound echoing through your neighborhood, just know it’s not just a milling machine; it’s the soundtrack of determination, delicious food, and the hustle that keeps Nigerian kitchens thriving!
