In the northern part of present-day Nigeria, the Hausa states comprising Kano, Katsina, Zaria, and Gombe formed a powerful kingdom. The Kanem-Borno Empire, located in what is now Borno and Adamawa ...

There are a number of theories and stories connected with the Hausa people, who today live in northern Nigeria, parts of Ghana, Niger and Togo. Some centre on the idea of migration. For example ...

from the ancient Yoruba Kingdoms to the Kingdom of Benin, and the Hausa Kingdoms, showcasing the powerful symbolism, spirituality, and artistry that defined these cultures. She added ...