Yoruba

Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove in Nigeria. A sacred forest along the banks of the Osun River just outside the city of Osogbo in Osun State. Source: Oloyedejuwonlo/CC BY-SA 4.0

27 January, 2024 - 13:51 Aleksa Vučković

Osun Sacred Grove: Where A West African Spiritual Tradition Flourishes

The Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove, located on the outskirts of Osogbo in southwestern Nigeria, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its cultural and spiritual significance. This sacred forest,...

Horsemen of Oyo charging into battle was said to have been both terrifying and awe-inspiring. Source: (djfdez by Adobetock)

1 March, 2023 - 17:47 Robbie Mitchell

The Warriors Who Shaped African History: The Horsemen of Oyo

The Horsemen of Oyo were legendary warriors who served the Oyo Empire of West Africa. Known for their equestrian skills and bravery in battle, they played a crucial role in expanding the empire and...

Idanre Hills, Nigeria. Source: Fela Sanu / Adobe Stock

18 April, 2022 - 22:59 Lex Leigh

The Stunning Landscape and 9 Wonders of Idanre Hill

Idanre Hill, also known as Oke Idanre, is a remote town located in the southwestern Nigerian Ondo State. Though the area boasts several cultural landmarks, it is most famous for its landscape atop an...

3 October, 2015 - 03:48 dhwty

The Rulers of Ife: The Traditional and Adaptive Roles of the Ooni

Ife is an ancient city of the Yoruba located in the south-western part of modern day Nigeria. Based on the archaeological evidence, the urbanization of the site may be dated back to around 500 AD...