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Benin Bronzes: The World’s First Memes That Went Viral without Wi-Fi
African history Admin 22nd August

Benin Bronzes: The World’s First Memes That Went Viral without Wi-Fi

Discover how the Benin Bronzes, ancient Nigerian artefacts, were the world’s first memes, spreading culture, …

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The Streetlights of Benin: Africa Lit the Night before Europe
African history Admin 20th August

The Streetlights of Benin: Africa Lit the Night before Europe

Did you know the Benin Kingdom had streetlights centuries before Europe? Discover how palm Oil …

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Why Most People Find History Boring and How We’re Making It Addictive Again
African history Admin 20th August

Why Most People Find History Boring and How We’re Making It Addictive Again

Cystads transforms African history with AR, gamification & AI, making the past fun, interactive, and …

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The Dongo People of the Congo: History, Culture, and Identity
African history Michael Paul 18th August

The Dongo People of the Congo: History, Culture, and Identity

Discover the history, origins, and culture of the Dongo people of the Congo, a small …

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Life and Legacy of Bashorun Ogunmola, 19th-century Ibadan Warrior
Yoruba History Michael Paul 16th August

Life and Legacy of Bashorun Ogunmola, 19th-century Ibadan Warrior

Explore the life and controversial legacy of Bashorun Ogunmola, a legendary 19th-century Ibadan warrior whose …

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The Tragic Story of Hadiza Oboh: Nigeria's First Female Airway Pilot
Nigeria General History Michael Paul 3rd August

The Tragic Story of Hadiza Oboh: Nigeria's First Female Airway Pilot

Discover the tragic story of Hadiza Oboh, Nigeria’s first female commercial pilot, whose groundbreaking achievements …

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The Aba Women’s War of 1929: Nigeria’s Forgotten Feminist Uprising
Nigeria General History Michael Paul 30th July

The Aba Women’s War of 1929: Nigeria’s Forgotten Feminist Uprising

Explore the Aba Women’s War of 1929, a powerful yet often overlooked feminist uprising in …

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The Legacy of Queen Idia: Warrior, Mother, and Defender of the Benin Kingdom
Benin History Michael Paul 28th July

The Legacy of Queen Idia: Warrior, Mother, and Defender of the Benin Kingdom

Meta Description: Discover the legacy of Queen Idia, the fearless warrior, devoted mother, and powerful …

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Who Told You the Efik Are From Ghana?
Efik History Michael Paul 26th July

Who Told You the Efik Are From Ghana?

Discover the truth behind the origins of the Efik people and debunk the widespread myth …

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The Efik People of Nigeria: History, Culture, and Legacies
Efik History Michael Paul 26th July

The Efik People of Nigeria: History, Culture, and Legacies

Meta Description: Explore the rich history, vibrant culture, and lasting legacy of the Efik people …

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The Kuba Empire: History, Culture, and Royal Heritage of Precolonial Congo
Precolonial African Kingdoms Michael Paul 24th July

The Kuba Empire: History, Culture, and Royal Heritage of Precolonial Congo

Discover the fascinating history, intricate culture, and royal heritage of the Kuba Empire, a powerful …

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The History and Culture of the Ijaw People of the Niger Delta
Ijaw History Michael Paul 24th July

The History and Culture of the Ijaw People of the Niger Delta

Explore the rich history, vibrant culture, enduring traditions, and unique way of life of the …

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