The Fanti Carnival Parade, held at the beginning of every year in Lagos, blends Nigerian, Brazilian, and Cuban cultures. The colorful event showcases unique aspects of the cultures and traditions associated not only with the three nations, but other indigenous communities as well.
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Monday, January 6, 2025
Video - Nigerians kick off new year with annual carnival
The Fanti Carnival Parade, held at the beginning of every year in Lagos, blends Nigerian, Brazilian, and Cuban cultures. The colorful event showcases unique aspects of the cultures and traditions associated not only with the three nations, but other indigenous communities as well.
Monday, August 12, 2024
Video - Hundreds gather for sacred Osun-Osogbo festival in Nigeria
Africa has a rich and diverse cultural heritage, kept alive in many ways, including through events that have a place in the calendar due to their cultural vibrancy. In Nigeria, the Osun-Osogbo Festival is a major annual celebration that has been practiced for centuries.
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Thursday, January 3, 2019
Video - Calabar carnival in Nigeria defies financial woes
The annual Calabar Carnival in southern Nigeria used to be a month-long event, featuring mountain races, cultural displays and even beauty pageants. However, the ongoing economic turmoil has forced the organisers to make adjustments over the years. But it remains one of the biggest attractions on the African continent.
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