the kingdoms

5 queens and powerful women in Nigerian history

She ruled in the 16th century and was known for her military strategies and expansion of her kingdom. Queen Amina introduced fortified walls around her cities, a practice that other kingdoms soon adopted.

Top 10 Greatest Warrior Queens in Nigeria

She led her people in battles against rival kingdoms and protected her kingdom's interests. Queen Odo's military achievements and dedication to her people made her a revered figure in Itsekiri history. 10.

Igbos and Yorubas have historical ties - Ooni of Ife

"There were different clans of Igbos that left from Ife to establish their kingdoms. One of them rebelled back and started coming to cause mayhem in Ife (where they originally came from) and that is the Olugbo kingdom.

The Benin Prince who founded Ile-Ife

Of these two conflicting historical accounts of the Benin and Yoruba Kingdoms, the Benin version appears to be more tenable. Between AD 1440 and 1606, was the era of warrior kings.
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