Identity crisis looms as Nigerian children lose cultural roots
Experts warn that Nigerian children are losing touch with ancestral roots, family histories, and cultural heritage due to urbanization, migration, and globalization.
Category : Cultural Heritage
Maltina Nourishes Joy at Ojude Oba 2026 Festival
Maltina joined thousands at Ojude Oba 2026 in Ijebu-Ode, bringing nourishment and shared happiness to celebrate culture, community, and the legacy of Oba Sikiru Adetona.
Symbolic Study of Beads as Nigeria Cultural Heritage
Explore the symbolic study of beads in Nigeria, highlighting their cultural, spiritual, and artistic significance as a vital part of the nation's heritage.
Nigerian Bride Sweeps In-Laws' Compounds, Video Viral
A Nigerian bride goes viral on TikTok after sweeping her in-laws' compounds early morning as part of Etsako tradition, sparking mixed reactions online.
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Ilorin Durbar: Unity and Cultural Heritage Symbol
Ilorin Durbar unites diverse ethnic groups, showcasing cultural heritage. 2026 edition promises bigger global reach with theme 'Unity in Diversity.'
Rite Foods Commits to 2026 Ojude Oba Festival
Rite Foods Limited reaffirms sponsorship of the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival, honoring Oba Sikiru Adetona's legacy and promoting Ijebu cultural heritage.
Orijin Returns as Official Sponsor of Ojude Oba 2026
Guinness Nigeria announces Orijin as official alcohol sponsor of 2026 Ojude Oba Festival, reinforcing commitment to Nigerian culture and heritage.
Polygamy Not Same as Promiscuity, Ex-Police Spokesperson
Former Benue police spokesperson CSP Anene Sewuese Catherine says polygamy and promiscuity differ, defending her culture amid cheating scandal.
Lai Mohammed: Culture Key to Sustainable Tourism
Former minister Lai Mohammed emphasizes indigenous culture as foundation for sustainable tourism, citing Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art as model for Lagos' global cultural ambitions.
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Ojude Oba 2026 to Hold Despite Vacant Awujale Stool
The Awujale Council Chief confirms the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival will proceed despite the vacant throne, citing historical precedents and institutional tradition.
How to Dress Respectfully in Nigeria: A Full Guide
Learn how to dress respectfully in Nigeria with this comprehensive guide covering modesty, regional differences, traditional attire, and professional dress codes.
Oyo Govt Unveils 2026 World Egungun Festival Plans
Oyo State Government announces plans for the 2026 World Egungun Festival, expecting over 18,000 participants and featuring symposiums, cultural parades, and performances.
Ghanaian Youths Find Alleged Ancient Underground Money Vault
A group of Ghanaian youths have ignited online buzz by sharing a video of an alleged ancient underground vault, believed to be linked to their forefathers, sparking widespread curiosity and debate.
IHS, NCMM Push for Digitisation of Antiquities in Nigeria
IHS Nigeria and the National Commission for Museums and Monuments emphasize digitisation to preserve cultural monuments, unveiled at the Lagos National Museum restoration with support from IHS.
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Nigeria's Seven Longest-Reigning Monarchs and Their Secrets
An exploration of seven Nigerian traditional rulers who maintained power for decades, surviving political upheavals through strategic alliances, cultural adaptation, and personal resilience.
Lagos LG Advocates Cultural Heritage at Gelede Festival
Lagos Island Local Council held the 2026 Gelede Festival, featuring cultural displays and traditional prayers. Chairman Taiwo Oyekan emphasized its role in fostering social cohesion and preserving heritage.
Four Fading Nigerian Traditions That Once Defined Culture
Explore four powerful Nigerian traditions, including moonlight storytelling and tribal marks, that are gradually disappearing due to urbanization and modern influences, yet once shaped community life.
39th Lisabi Festival Grand Finale Held in Abeokuta (31.03.2026)
The 39th Lisabi Festival concluded with a grand finale at Ake Palace grounds in Abeokuta, Ogun State, celebrating Egba heritage through traditional rites, fashion, and cultural displays.
39th Lisabi Festival Grand Finale Held in Abeokuta
Egba indigenes gathered at Ake Palace grounds in Abeokuta for the grand finale of the 39th Lisabi Festival, honoring legendary warrior Lisabi Agbongbo Akala with cultural displays and traditional rites.
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Ajoyo's Adire Guinness World Record Attempt in Lagos
Dignitaries and fashion influencers gathered in Lagos for Ajoyo's Guinness World Record attempt celebrating Nigeria's iconic Adire fabric through a mass photo event.
Lagos Official Backs Global Gele Festival for Yoruba Heritage
Lagos State's tourism adviser supports a proposed Gele Festival to highlight the Yoruba headtie's worldwide popularity and cultural significance, aligning with state cultural initiatives.
Nigerian Traditions That Punish Adultery With Sickness, Death
From Yorubaland's Magun to Benue's Alekwu, Nigerian cultural traditions enforce marital fidelity through spiritual punishments including sickness and death for adultery.
10 Colonial-Era Buildings in Nigeria Still Standing
Explore 10 colonial-era structures in Nigeria that have survived over a century, their current uses, and which ones are at risk of collapse. These historic landmarks tell stories of Nigeria's colonial past and infrastructural evolution.
120-Year-Old Fisherwoman Buried in Dolphin Casket in Delta
A 120-year-old fisherwoman from Oboro community in Delta State has been laid to rest in a custom dolphin-shaped casket, sparking widespread reactions as a tribute to her lifelong dedication to fishing and local heritage.
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Priest Condemns Anambra Govt for Burning Shrine Objects
Father Angelo Chidi Unegbu criticizes the state's handling of a herbalist's shrine, calling it inhumane and urging preservation of cultural artifacts.
Full List of All 51 Ooni of Ile-Ife in History
Explore the complete lineage of all 51 Ooni of Ile-Ife, from the revered founder Oduduwa to the current monarch Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II. This comprehensive list details centuries of Yoruba royal tradition and cultural leadership.
Cambridge Returns Benin Bronzes to Nigeria After 128 Years
The University of Cambridge has returned 116 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, artifacts looted by British forces in 1897, marking a historic restitution from the colonial era.
Cambridge Returns 116 Benin Artefacts to Nigeria (25.02.2026)
The University of Cambridge has officially transferred legal ownership of 116 Benin artefacts to Nigeria, marking a significant step in the repatriation of cultural treasures looted during the 1897 British Punitive Expedition.
France Returns Colonial-Era Talking Drum to Ivory Coast
France has formally repatriated the sacred Djidji Ayokwe drum, looted in 1916, to Ivory Coast in a ceremony at the Musée du Quai Branly. The drum, used by the Ebrie people for long-distance communication, will be displayed in a new Abidjan museum.
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Cambridge Returns 116 Benin Artefacts to Nigeria
University of Cambridge officially transfers legal ownership of 116 looted Benin artefacts to Nigeria's National Commission for Museums and Monuments, marking a significant step in repatriation efforts.
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