Nigerian history

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The Kingdom of Nri (Igbo: 'Ọ̀ràézè Ǹrì') (948–1911) was the West African medieval region in southeastern, Nri is an ancient Igbo city-state in Anambra State, Nigeria, a subgroup of the Igbo-speaking people. The Kingdom of Nri was the centre of Igbo culture, religion, and commerce in pre-colonial West Africa. It was the seat of a powerful…

1959 Nigeria magazine cover

"Ashanti paramount chiefs delight in the festive atmosphere: the chief greets his subjects with joy from his palanquin. Following him are large wooden Fontomfrom drums which “speak” of the king’s ancestry" More images, videos and information about the history, customs and traditions of the Ashanti can be found by visiting www.africaonlinemuseum.org Image by African Ceremonies: Carol Beckwith & Angela Fisher #ASHANTI #Ghana #Africa #WestAfrica #NationalGeographic

This month, Nigeria marks 60 years of independence from the UK. Tayo Fatunla has made a comic about Nigeria at 60, highlighting the key events and people that define Nigeria's history. You can read the full comic on our blog.

Head of Ooni with Crown Nigeria, 12th-15th century Brass, 24cm

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Iro and Buba is a traditional attire worn by Yoruba women in southwest Nigeria. This outfit experienced its heyday during the decades spanning the 1950s to the early 1980s. However, over time, this fashion trend adopted an and “oldish” air, […]

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Biafra: The Nigerian Civil War In Pictures (Warning Disturbing Images) - Crime (2) - Nigeria