Held annually, the Voodoo Festival has gained momentum as a key cultural event, drawing attendees from across Africa and beyond. Visitors flock to Ouidah, nestled on Benin’s Atlantic coast ...
The return of the Benin Bronzes, looted by British colonial forces in 1897, has become a rallying cry for Nigeria’s cultural restitution movement. Despite promises from Western institutions to return ...
The Netherlands say over a 100 Benin Bronzes that were plundered from Nigeria by British troops in the 1800s in museums will ...
The Netherlands agreed to return 119 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, looted in the late 19th century by British soldiers. This ...
Nigeria's national museum commission will be responsible for retrieving and keeping priceless Benin Bronzes, taking on the ...
The Benin Bronzes serve as Nigeria’s ambassadors, showcasing Africa’s history, says Dutch envoy Deelen, as the Netherlands plans to return them.