Culture & Heritage

The Kofar Mata Dye Pits in Kano City, one of the most important historical cities in Northern Nigeria, are an outstanding example of craft, culture, and tradition. These ancient indigo …

Few buildings in Africa carry as much creative history as the National Theatre in Lagos. It has been standing tall in Iganmu since 1976; this architectural masterpiece has long symbolised …

Mapo Hall in Ibadan is one of those landmarks that immediately tells you you’re in the heart of the city. The hall isn’t just a piece of history; it’s a …

There’s something almost magical about passing through the gates of a royal palace in Northern Nigeria: the sense of history, the echoes of traditions passed down through generations, and the …

According to Pulse Nigeria, the Iriji-Mmanwu Festival in Enugu can bring together about 2,000 or more masquerades from different parts of Igboland.  Imagine thousands of masked dancers filling the streets, …

Every home tells a story, and in today’s Nigeria, that story is changing. The modern Nigerian home no longer sits at the intersection of old and new; it moves fluidly …

A network of caravan paths, river forks, and desert waystations discreetly knitted together the threads of cultural heritage, traditions, and history throughout the vast savannas and semi-desert landscapes of northern …

Standing tall in the heart of Dugbe, the Cocoa House in Ibadan remains one of Nigeria’s most recognisable historical landmarks. It is known as the country’s first skyscraper and stands …

Ilorin, the capital of Kwara State, stands as one of Nigeria’s most historically rich and culturally diverse cities. Known as the “Gateway between the North and the South,” it blends …

Did you know that in parts of Enugu, no one dares to eat a new yam until the Iri Ji Festival is held? It’s not fear; it’s respect. The festival …