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Scottish fans spread the tradition of crowning statues with traffic cones
From Glasgow to Boston and beyond, the tradition of placing traffic cones on public statues has become a defining, albeit polarizing, mark of Scottish fans.
Oba of Benin Welcomes 18 Repatriated Artifacts Home After Over a Century
Oba Ewuare II has reclaimed 18 looted artifacts returned from Switzerland, marking a significant step in the ongoing effort to recover cultural items stolen during the 1897 British expedition.
High Demand for First UK Exhibition of Bayeux Tapestry
Tens of thousands of people scrambled for tickets to see the historic Bayeux Tapestry as it prepares to go on display in the UK for the first time.
Obeagwe: The Anambra Town That Reveres Alligators as Divine Protectors
Obeagwe, a community in Anambra State, maintains a unique tradition of worshipping alligators as protectors, a belief rooted in their ancestors' successful defense of their land against external encroachment.
Suchet Baba Urges Northern Nigeria to Reclaim Its Narrative Through Creative Expression
Kaduna-based artist and entrepreneur Suchet Baba advocates for Northern Nigerians to take control of their cultural narrative to combat stereotypes and preserve regional authenticity.
Onitsha to host yearly Ofala Festival this October
The Obi of Onitsha's palace has scheduled the 2026 Ofala Festival for October 16, focusing on the theme of resilience and community progress.