The Yoruba constitute more than 50 million people in Africa, [1] and over a million outside the continent, and bear further representation among the African diaspora.

Dec 19, 2025 · Yoruba, one of the three largest ethnic groups of Nigeria, concentrated in the southwestern part of that country. Much smaller, scattered groups live in Benin and northern …

Nov 20, 2024 · Discover the rich tapestry of Yoruba culture, a vibrant heritage that has shaped West African societies for centuries. As you delve into the origins, history, beliefs, and culture …

Oct 10, 2024 · The Yoruba religion is a rich blend of folklore, songs, and other cultural concepts of Western Africa, and strongly influences many religions today.

Jul 12, 2025 · The Yoruba are one of Africa’s largest ethnic groups, with primary settlements in southwestern Nigeria, and cultural extensions into Benin and Togo. Their history is rooted in …

Aug 26, 2020 · This pioneering volume brought together various oral and recorded accounts of Yoruba history, describing not only political history but also social customs, language and laws.

Oct 21, 2023 · Often considered as one of Nigeria’s most educated, the Yoruba people are unique with rich cultural heritage, language, and religion. They are native to one of the three major …

The Yoruba (Yorùbá in Yoruba orthography) are one of the largest ethno-linguistic groups in sub-Saharan Africa. Yoruba constitute about 21 percent of the population of modern day Nigeria, …

The name "Yoruba" appears to have been applied by neighbors to the Kingdom of Oyo and adopted by missionaries in the mid-nineteenth century to describe a wider, language-sharing …

Oct 3, 2024 · Discover fascinating facts about the Yoruba tribe, one of Africa’s largest and most influential ethnic groups.