Culture & Heritage

People aren’t coming to West Africa just for beaches or Detty December anymore; they’re coming for the art. The rise of cultural art tours in West Africa has quietly become …

Travelling to Nigeria during the holidays is fun, but the small cultural habits are what really shape your experience. If you don’t know them, you can easily feel out of …

The Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) in Benin City is one of the most ambitious cultural projects in Nigeria today.  The creation of MOWAA aimed to preserve heritage, support …

Suppose you’ve been paying attention to weddings, end-of-year parties, church harvests or community festivals lately. In that case, you’ll notice that Grandma’s favourite steps are suddenly trending again, live bands …

Across Nigeria, centuries-old palaces stand at the heart of towns and cities, yet most people pass by without ever stepping inside. These aren’t just buildings; they are living centres of …

When discussing African history, we often skip from ancient kingdoms to colonial periods, overlooking the cities that once stood along the Trans-Saharan trade routes.  These places are organised, connected, and …

Festivals in Nigeria are part of community life. They mark leadership, history, religion, and shared identity.  When they take place, the music, processions, and gatherings follow patterns that people already …

Now, it’s not just about who scores the game-winning goal or breaks the record; it’s also about who sets the trend. A new type of athlete is rising throughout Nigeria: …

Lemlem is a pioneering African fashion brand that showcases how local craft and artisanal skills can compete on the global stage. Founded in 2007 by Ethiopian supermodel Liya Kebede, the …

As a proponent and advocate for culture, tradition, and tourism in Nigeria, I am particularly pleased that the much-anticipated Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) in Benin City, Edo State, …