Benin History & Research Centre in Diaspora

Killer Herdsmen in Nigeria Fulani Herdsmen Mass killings of Innocent Nigerians by Fulani Herdsmen         Almost, 100 Nigerians were confirmed killed by suspected Herdsmen during the attack on Gashish district of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area Plateau State on June 25th, 2018. Six people were also injured while at least 50 houses, 12 vehicles, and 15 motorcycles were burned. Some traditional rulers have been killed and 3 others fled their various villages for safety (two traditional rulers had to escape from their palaces). Apparently, the traditional institution and churches are reducing in the area due to these attacks ( Christian population  and churches are mainly targeted).  This is not the first time of experiencing such attacks in Nigeria. For the past 10 years, hundreds of innocent Nigerians have been killed by these ruthless Herdsmen in the country. Villages have been overturned and the people displaced. People have been ma...

I love my ankara attire! Almost 40% of my clothes are made and designed in Africa. Specifically, in Nigeria🇳🇬. My new fashion magazine is coming up next month (online magazine). The first edition is scheduled to be published in the first week of July. Fashion is expected to occupy 70% of the magazine. Elegant birthday parties and other fashion oriented events will cover 20%. While 10% will be dedicated to politics. My talented editor and brother, Courage Ihaza volunteered to be designing the magazine every month. I'm very blessed to be surrounded by intelligent and open minded people.  "African Women of Elegance Magazine" CEO and producer: Nekpen Obasogie Editor: Courage Ihaza

60 year-old Nigerian reggae artist, Ras Kimono was pronounced dead on Sunday June 10th, 2018 at Lagoon Hospital Ikoyi where he was rushed to on Friday He will forever be remembered!