The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, has formally received 18 Benin artefacts returned from Switzerland after spending more than 125 years outside their homeland. He described the cultural treasures as symbols of governance, spirituality, and the artistic heritage of the Edo people, reports Channels TV. The artefa...
•The grand gate of the Kano Emir’s palace Kano is the heartbeat of northern Nigeria, and Hausa is the language that opens doors there. Locals light up when a visitor makes the effort to speak even a few words. You do not need fluency, just a handful of well-placed phrases said with a smile, reports […]
•Visual art work This is a visual art work produced in Yoruba, one of the major tribes and languages in Nigeria and subtitled in English for the quick understanding of non Yoruba ethnic speakers. Its target is for Africans both at home and in the Diaspora to know more about African traditions, culture and beliefs […]
•Ooni and Olori Mariam The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has revealed that he endured years of emotional pain, public criticism and pressure over delays in having children after ascending the throne. In a statement issued today in Ile-Ife by the director of media and public affairs at the Ooni’s Palace, Moses Olafare, Oba […]
•Alaafin of Oyo and gunmen  The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, has raised concerns over the level of insecurity in the South-West region, Kwara, and parts of Kogi State and wants the federal and state governments to ramp up efforts to address it. This is according to a statement on Friday by the Director, […]
•Ayanwuyi and Alaafin Award-winning cultural documentary filmmaker and Executive Director of the Dundun Centre, Ayankola Ayanwuyi, has announced the postponement of the Ibadan screening of his much-anticipated documentary, The Throne of Alaafin Oyo, citing security concerns. The filmmaker made the disclosure today via his official X (formerly ...
•Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu The federal government has criticised the coronation and activities of individuals styled as Eze Ndigbo (Igbo traditional rulers) in foreign countries, describing the practice as embarrassing. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, stated this while presenting the position of the g...
•Teni performing at Fanti carnival in Lagos The 2026 edition of the Lagos Fanti Carnival came alive yesterday at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos Island, as some of Nigeria’s top music stars delivered electrifying performances that captivated revellers. Headlining the live stage entertainment were Afrobeats sensation Teni, veteran hitmaker 9i...
The 2026 edition of the Lagos Fanti Carnival has officially commenced at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), drawing revellers, cultural groups, and tourists for a vibrant celebration of history and identity. Held annually on Easter Monday, the carnival began with processions from historic communities across Lagos Island, including Campos, Lafiaji, Ok...
•Participants at the Lagos Fanti festival The Lagos State government has announced traffic diversions and restrictions ahead of the Lagos Fanti Carnival. The festival is scheduled to be held today, Monday, April 6, 2026, around Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos Island, reports Channels TV. In a bid to ensure a seamless and hitch-free carnival ...

