Nigerian Festivals
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How FESTAC ’77 was Celebrated in Lagos, Nigeria in 1977
Nigerian delegation with a sailor holding the FESTAC ’77 sign at the opening ceremony. © Marilyn Nance The Second World…
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Iria Festival in Rivers State where Maidens Dance Half-Naked
Long before the advent of colonialism, Nigerian tribes have their unique ways of performing traditional rites, some of which have…
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Breathtaking Photos From The 2018 Igue Festival In Edo State
As Egungun festival is to the Yoruba ethnic group and Durbar festival, to the Hausa/Fulani people, so is Igue…
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Lisabi Festival In Abeokuta: A Celebration Of Egbaland’s Independence
In the heart of Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, the Egba people come together annually to celebrate the…
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Iwa Iji: The New Yam Festival in Igboland
As the rainy season yields to harvest time in southeastern Nigeria, an age-long tradition springs to life. The Igbo people,…
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Oladunwo Festival- The Pride of Okemesi-Ekiti
In the rustic and serene town of Okemesi which is located in the heart of Ekiti State, Nigeria, people gather…
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Oke’badan festival in the heart of Ibadan
The Oke’badan festival is one of the many colourful and glamorous festivals celebrated in the city of Ibadan, the capital…
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Sharo Festival: How Fulani Boys Endure Flogging to Pass into Manhood and Marriage
In the cultural setting of Nigeria, the Fulani people stand out with a festival that captures both fascination and controversy.…
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Ojude Oba- The Colourful Festival of the Ijebu Nation
Click here to watch the video Ojude Oba is an annually celebrated festival in the heart of Ijebu-…
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Igue Festival: A Celebration of Benin Heritage
The Igue festival stands as the preeminent cultural celebration in Edo State, Nigeria. Renowned for its majestic displays and profound…
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