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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

They are an ethnic group living in western Africa. October 1st was chosen to coincide with Nigeria's independence. Documented since 1200, the Yoruba are mainly from Nigeria, Togo, …

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 …

The Yoruba Peoples Olowe of Ise was a Yoruba, one of Africa's most numerous peoples. The Yoruba-speaking peoples share a rich and complex heritage that is at least one thousand …

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

With over 50 million Yoruba people worldwide, we comprise about 20.7% of Nigeria’s population. Our language, Yoruba, is part of the Niger-Congo family, and it helps us stay connected and …