Tag: Edo celebrations
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Since Nigeria’s Independence in 1960, many things have changed — from black-and-white TV to TikTok, from telegrams to WhatsApp, from highlife to Afrobeats. But if you look closely, you’ll realize one thing: Edo people haven’t really changed much on Independence Day. Here are 5 things that have remained the same from 1960 to 2025: 1.…
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Festivals are a powerful way the Edo people preserve their culture. The Igue Festival, celebrated by the Oba of Benin and his people, is one of the oldest and most colorful festivals in Africa. But beyond Igue, there are several other Edo celebrations tied to farming, marriages, and ancestral worship. This complete guide breaks down…