Everything filmed - from the scores of male dancers with shaved heads, the street signs showcased, and even the club scenes - means something special and particular to Benin City's culture.

He was leaving his small village in northern Benin to live with his uncle in Parakou, where the schools were better. Ever since, Louis has continued to make sacrifices to pursue a strong education and ...

In 1897 most of Benin City, then the capital of an extensive kingdom, was razed by the British. Their trove of looted plaques ...

The Kingdom of Benin was located in what is now known as southern Nigeria. The kingdom was led by the Oba, a powerful leader who was believed to be descended from the gods. The Obas used art and ...

The kingdom of Ife developed in the rainforest in the 600s. Its art and religion influenced the culture of Benin, which began in the 900s and reached the height of its power between the 1400s and ...

The Benin Art Fair is expected to begin with private viewing on November 29 from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., affording invited ...

Since January 2024, an editorial committee comprised of members of the office of the presidency and three ministries has ...

The event reinforced ancestral ties and loyalty to the Oba, highlighting the significance of Emorọ in Benin culture. The celebration showcased Benin’s rich heritage, with ancestral altars ...

There are reports of unsavoury behaviour from Libyans towards Gernot Rohr and his Benin team after they qualified for AFCON ...

Benin Bronzes are exhibited in museums around the world, but the largest collection can be found in the British Museum. While Germany announced the return of the bronzes in its possession, some ...

He advised the public not to be misled by any group claiming to promote Benin culture without consulting the Palace of the Oba of Benin.