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.

Nov 8, 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 3, 2024 · Discover fascinating facts about the Yoruba tribe, one of Africa’s largest and most influential ethnic groups.

They are ancestrally related to the Yoruba but chose to maintain a distinct cultural identity. They are one of many indigenous communities in Africa. Significant Yoruba populations can be …

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, …

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 …

Yoruba is also spoken in areas of Brazil, Cuba, Venezuela, Trinidad, Tobago, and Haiti. The language has influenced the societies and economies of West Africans, and the Diaspora in a …

Aug 5, 2025 · While many still wear Yorùbá attire, enjoy Yoruba food, and uphold the principles of Omoluabi, they are often disconnected from the core of the culture, especially its belief …

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 …