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• 20:01, 13 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Okene cloth (Created page with "'''Okene cloth'''—known among the Ebira people as '''Itinochi''' or '''Ita'''—is a traditional handwoven textile produced in Okene and surrounding communities in Kogi State, Nigeria. Distinguished by its bold horizontal striping, high-contrast color schemes, and dense weave, Okene cloth serves as an important marker of Ebira identity and cultural heritage. The textile is widely used for ceremonial attire, social display, and domestic purposes. == Geographic Distrib...")
• 19:54, 13 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Akwete cloth (Created page with "'''Akwete cloth''' is a traditional handwoven textile of the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria, produced primarily by women in the town of Akwete in Abia State. Known for its bold geometric patterns, vibrant colors, and symbolic motifs, Akwete cloth serves both utilitarian and ceremonial purposes. It is one of the few West African weaving traditions historically dominated by women weavers. The textile is widely recognized as an important expression of Igbo identity, a...")
• 19:45, 13 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Adire (Created page with "= Adire (Yoruba Indigo Resist-Dyed Cloth) = thumb|upright=1.2|Traditional Adire cloth with resist-dyed patterns '''Adire''' is a traditional Yoruba resist-dyed textile distinguished by its deep indigo coloration and intricate patterns. Originating in southwestern Nigeria, Adire is produced using a variety of resist techniques that prevent dye from penetrating selected areas of the cloth. The name combines Yoruba words meaning “...")
• 19:35, 13 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Aso Oke (Created page with "= Aṣọ-Òkè (Yoruba Handwoven Cloth) = thumb|upright=1.2|Traditional Aṣọ-Òkè fabric '''Aṣọ-Òkè''' (also spelled ''Aso Oke'') is a traditional handwoven textile of the Yoruba people of southwestern Nigeria. The name translates literally as “top cloth” or “cloth from the uplands,” referring to its historical production in upland Yoruba towns. Aṣọ-Òkè is regarded as a prestige fabric and is worn during import...")
• 21:08, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Nigerian Textiles (Created page with "{| class="wikitable sortable" ! # ! Craft ! Primary Material ! Historical Context ! Location (State) ! Geopolitical Zone |- | 1 | Aṣọ-Òkè (Yoruba handwoven cloth) | Cotton (often with silk/lurex accents in modern variants) | Long-standing ceremonial and prestige cloth tradition; major production hub historically associated with Iseyin and wider Yoruba cloth-weaving centres. | Oyo | South West |- | 2 | Adire (Yoruba indigo resist-dyed cloth) |...")
• 21:02, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Efik Pottery (Created page with "'''Efik pottery''' refers to the traditional ceramic practices of the Efik people of southeastern Nigeria, particularly in the Cross River and coastal regions of present-day Cross River State. Efik pottery is closely connected to domestic life, riverine trade, and ritual practice, reflecting the historical position of Efik communities as intermediaries in regional and coastal exchange networks. == Overview == Efik pottery consists primarily of hand-built earthenware ves...")
• 20:59, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Ife Pottery (Created page with "'''Ife pottery''' refers to ceramic traditions associated with Ilé-Ifẹ̀, a major sacred and urban center in southwestern Nigeria. These traditions encompass domestic, ritual, and early urban ceramic production and predate the development of bronze and brass casting for which Ife later became widely known. == Overview == Ife pottery represents a long-standing ceramic tradition embedded in both everyday life and sacred practice. Archaeological evidence indicates susta...")
• 20:51, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Benin Court Ceramics (Created page with "= Benin Court Ceramics = '''Benin court ceramics''' refers to ceramic vessels and architectural clay elements produced within the royal and ritual contexts of the precolonial Edo court of the :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}. These ceramic traditions formed part of the material culture of the Benin court and were closely associated with palace life, shrine practice, and ceremonial use. == Overview == Unlike predominantly domestic pottery traditions, Benin court ce...")
• 20:44, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Kanuri Pottery (Created page with "= Kanuri Pottery = '''Kanuri pottery''' refers to the traditional ceramic practices of the Kanuri people of northeastern Nigeria and the wider Lake Chad region. Kanuri pottery is closely linked to domestic life, food preparation, storage, and local trade, and reflects long-standing cultural connections across the Sahel. == Overview == Kanuri pottery consists primarily of hand-built earthenware vessels produced for everyday household use. Production is typically small-s...")
• 20:36, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Ibibio Pottery (Created page with "= Ibibio Pottery = '''Ibibio pottery''' refers to the traditional ceramic practices of the Ibibio people of southeastern Nigeria, particularly within the coastal and riverine zones of present-day Akwa Ibom State. Ibibio pottery is closely tied to domestic life, food preparation, water storage, and ritual practice, with production rooted in community-based knowledge transmission. == Overview == Ibibio pottery consists primarily of hand-built earthenware vessels produced...")
• 20:34, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs deleted page Test page (content was: "The Nok culture produced some of the earliest large-scale terracotta sculptures in sub-Saharan Africa.<ref>Breunig, Peter. ''Nok: African Sculpture in Archaeological Context''.</ref> == References == <references />", and the only contributor was "Niger afr adm" (talk))
• 20:32, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Test page (Created page with "The Nok culture produced some of the earliest large-scale terracotta sculptures in sub-Saharan Africa.<ref>Breunig, Peter. ''Nok: African Sculpture in Archaeological Context''.</ref> == References == <references />")
• 20:25, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Tiv Pottery (Created page with "= Tiv Pottery = '''Tiv pottery''' refers to the traditional ceramic practices of the Tiv people of central Nigeria, particularly within the Benue Valley region. Tiv pottery is primarily utilitarian in nature, serving domestic, agricultural, and ritual needs, and is produced using hand-building techniques and locally sourced materials. == Overview == Tiv pottery consists mainly of earthenware vessels made for everyday household use. Production is typically small-scale a...")
• 05:22, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Ceramics (Created blank page)
• 05:21, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Igbo Pottery (Created page with "'''Igbo pottery''' encompasses the traditional ceramic practices of Igbo-speaking communities in southeastern Nigeria. These pottery traditions are closely integrated into domestic life, agricultural activity, and ritual practice, with forms and techniques adapted to local needs and cultural meanings. == Overview == Igbo pottery is predominantly hand-built earthenware produced for everyday use, ritual contexts, and local exchange. Production is generally small-scale and...")
• 05:18, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Nupe Pottery (Created page with "= Nupe Pottery = '''Nupe pottery''' refers to the traditional ceramic practices of the Nupe people of central Nigeria, particularly within the Niger–Bida region. Nupe pottery is known for its strong emphasis on functional domestic vessels, careful surface finishing, and continuity of production within established craft communities. == Overview == Nupe pottery is primarily utilitarian in nature, serving household, agricultural, and market needs. Vessels are hand-built...")
• 05:09, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Yoruba Pottery (Created page with "'''Yoruba pottery''' refers to the diverse traditions of ceramic vessel-making and related clay practices found among Yoruba-speaking communities of southwestern Nigeria and adjoining regions. Yoruba pottery is primarily associated with functional domestic wares—such as water storage jars and cooking vessels—as well as specialized containers used in ritual, devotional, and social contexts. == Overview == Yoruba pottery is typically produced as hand-built earthenware...")
• 04:56, 9 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Nok Terracotta (Created page with "= Nok Terracotta = '''Nok terracotta''' refers to a corpus of ancient fired clay sculptures produced by the Nok culture of central Nigeria between approximately '''1500 BCE and 500 CE'''. These figures represent some of the earliest known examples of large-scale figurative sculpture in sub-Saharan Africa and are noted for their distinctive stylization, technical sophistication, and cultural significance. == Overview == The Nok terracotta tradition is characterized by h...")
• 03:50, 2 February 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page MediaWiki:Common.css (Created page with "CSS placed here will be applied to all skins: #firstHeading { display: none; }")
• 20:42, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Firing techniques (Created page with "'''Firing techniques''' refer to the methods used to harden and transform clay objects through the controlled application of heat. In traditional Nigerian crafts, firing techniques are essential to pottery and ceramic production and reflect both environmental conditions and cultural knowledge. == Definition == Firing is the process of heating shaped clay objects to high temperatures in order to permanently alter their physical and chemical structure, making them durable...")
• 20:40, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Beadmaking (Created page with "{{Technique | name = Beadmaking | region = Nigeria }} '''Beadmaking''' is a craft technique involving the production, shaping, and assembly of beads used for adornment, ritual objects, and symbolic regalia. In Nigeria, beadmaking is closely connected to social status, spiritual meaning, and long-standing trade traditions. == Definition == Beadmaking refers to the creation of small perforated objects designed to be strung or attached to other materials. Beads may be pro...")
• 20:39, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Carving (Created page with "'''Carving''' is a subtractive craft technique in which material is shaped by cutting, chiseling, or removing portions to create functional or artistic forms. In Nigeria, carving is especially prominent in woodcraft but is also applied to stone, bone, and other materials. == Definition == Carving involves shaping a solid material by removing material using hand tools such as knives, chisels, and adzes. The technique emphasizes controlled reduction rather than additive c...")
• 20:37, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Dyeing (Created page with "'''Dyeing''' is a craft technique used to color fibers, textiles, leather, and other materials using natural or processed coloring agents. In traditional Nigerian crafts, dyeing is deeply connected to textile production, symbolism, and cultural identity. == Definition == Dyeing refers to the process of imparting color to a material by immersing it in, applying, or fixing dyes so that the color becomes an integral part of the material rather than a surface coating. == H...")
• 20:36, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Weaving (Created page with "{{Technique | name = Weaving | region = Nigeria }} '''Weaving''' is a fundamental craft technique in traditional Nigerian material culture, used to produce textiles, mats, baskets, and a variety of functional and ceremonial objects. The technique involves interlacing fibers to create structured surfaces and forms. == Definition == Weaving refers to the process of interlacing two or more sets of fibers—typically warp and weft—to produce cloth or other woven structur...")
• 20:34, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Forging (Created page with "'''Forging''' is a metalworking technique in which metal is shaped through heating and hammering. In traditional Nigerian crafts, forging has been fundamental to the production of tools, weapons, agricultural implements, and ritual objects, particularly in ironworking traditions. == Definition == Forging involves heating metal—most commonly iron—until it becomes malleable and then shaping it through repeated hammering, cutting, and bending. The process allows for st...")
• 20:33, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Lost-wax casting (Created page with "{{Technique | name = Lost-wax casting | region = Nigeria }} '''Lost-wax casting''' is a metalworking technique used to create intricate metal objects through the casting of molten metal into molds formed from wax models. In Nigeria, this technique is historically associated with some of the most sophisticated and internationally recognized metal artworks. == Definition == Lost-wax casting involves creating a detailed model in wax, encasing it in a mold, and then heatin...")
• 20:31, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Wheel throwing (Created page with "'''Wheel throwing''' is a ceramic forming technique in which clay is shaped on a rotating wheel. In Nigeria, wheel throwing has historically been less widespread than hand-building but appears in specific contexts influenced by technological exchange, trade, and later modernization. == Definition == Wheel throwing involves centering a prepared mass of clay on a rotating wheel and shaping it using hand pressure and tools. The technique allows for symmetrical forms and re...")
• 20:29, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Hand-building (Created page with "'''Hand-building''' is one of the oldest and most widespread craft techniques used in traditional Nigerian material culture, particularly in pottery and ceramic production. The technique relies entirely on manual shaping without the use of a potter’s wheel or mechanized tools. == Definition == Hand-building refers to a group of techniques in which objects are formed directly by hand using malleable materials, most commonly clay. Forms are built gradually through shapi...")
• 20:24, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Natural dyes / pigments (Created page with "'''Natural dyes and pigments''' have been widely used in traditional Nigerian crafts to color textiles, leather, ceramics, wood, and ritual objects. Derived from plants, minerals, and organic substances, these materials form an essential part of Nigeria’s visual and symbolic craft traditions. == Availability and sources == Natural dyes and pigments are sourced from locally available materials, including: * Plants (leaves, roots, bark, seeds) * Minerals and earth pigme...")
• 20:22, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Beads (Created page with "'''Beads''' are among the most culturally significant materials used in traditional Nigerian crafts, serving as powerful markers of identity, status, spirituality, and social structure. Beads have been used for centuries in personal adornment, ritual contexts, and ceremonial regalia across Nigeria. == Availability and sources == Beads used in Nigerian crafts originate from multiple sources and materials, including: * Glass (imported or locally repurposed) * Stone * Shel...")
• 20:19, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Glass (Created page with "{{Material | name = Glass | region = Nigeria }} '''Glass''' has been used in traditional Nigerian crafts primarily for decorative, ritual, and symbolic purposes. Although glass production itself was limited historically, glass objects—especially beads—played an important role in artistic expression, trade, and social identity. == Availability and sources == Historically, most glass used in Nigerian crafts was obtained through trade rather than local production. Sou...")
• 20:14, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Leather (Created page with "'''Leather''' has been an important material in traditional Nigerian crafts, particularly in regions with strong pastoral and trade traditions. Valued for its durability, flexibility, and functional qualities, leather has been widely used for clothing, containers, accessories, and ritual objects. == Availability and sources == Leather used in Nigerian crafts is derived primarily from animal hides and skins, including: * Cattle * Goats * Sheep * Camels (in northern regio...")
• 20:12, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Stone (Created page with "'''Stone''' has been used in traditional Nigerian crafts primarily for tools, architectural elements, ritual objects, and sculptural purposes. Although less common than wood or clay, stone occupies an important place in Nigeria’s material culture due to its durability and symbolic permanence. == Availability and sources == Stone materials used in Nigerian crafts are derived from naturally occurring rock formations across the country. Common stone types include: * Gran...")
• 20:10, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Metals (Created page with "'''Metals''' have played a crucial role in traditional Nigerian crafts, enabling the production of tools, weapons, ritual objects, adornments, and artworks of exceptional technical and artistic sophistication. Metalworking traditions in Nigeria rank among the most historically significant in sub-Saharan Africa. == Availability and sources == Metal resources used in Nigerian crafts include both locally sourced and traded materials. Commonly used metals are: * Iron * Copp...")
• 20:05, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Fibers (Created page with "{{Material | name = Fibers | region = Nigeria }} '''Fibers''' are among the most versatile materials used in traditional Nigerian crafts, forming the basis of textile production, basketry, cordage, and a wide range of utilitarian and ceremonial objects. Fiber-based crafts are deeply embedded in everyday life as well as ritual and symbolic practices across Nigeria. == Availability and sources == Natural fibers used in Nigerian crafts are derived from plants and, in some...")
• 19:59, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Wood (Created page with "'''Wood''' is one of the most widely used materials in traditional Nigerian crafts, valued for its availability, workability, and symbolic significance. It has been central to the production of utilitarian objects, ritual artifacts, architectural elements, and sculptural forms across Nigeria’s diverse cultural landscapes. == Availability and sources == Nigeria’s varied ecological zones provide a wide range of hardwood and softwood species suitable for craft producti...")
• 19:55, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Clay (Created page with "{{Material | name = Clay | region = Nigeria }} '''Clay''' is one of the most fundamental natural materials used in traditional Nigerian crafts, particularly in pottery and ceramic production. Its availability across diverse ecological zones has made it a cornerstone of domestic, ritual, and ceremonial material culture throughout Nigeria’s history. == Availability and sources == Clay deposits are found throughout Nigeria, especially in river valleys, floodplains, and...")
• 19:48, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Techniques (Created page with "* Hand-building * Wheel throwing * Lost-wax casting * Forging * Weaving * Dyeing * Carving * Beadmaking * Firing techniques")
• 19:45, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Cultural groups (Created page with "* Yoruba * Igbo * Hausa * Fulani * Tiv * Nupe * Ibibio * Efik * Kanuri * Ijaw * Edo")
• 19:41, 29 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Materials (Created page with "* Category:Clay * Category:Wood * Category:Fibers * Category:Metals * Category:Stone * Category:Leather * Category:Glass * Category:Beads * Category:Natural dyes / pigments")
• 21:22, 28 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Contemporary Period (Created page with "The '''Contemporary Period''' in Nigeria refers to the most recent phase of the country’s history, encompassing ongoing social, cultural, economic, and technological developments. Unlike earlier periods, it is defined by its open-ended nature and by processes that are still actively unfolding. == Scope and conventions == The Contemporary Period overlaps with the later years of the Fourth Republic but is distinguished analytically by its focus on present-day conditions...")
• 21:20, 28 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Fourth Republic Period (Created page with "The '''Fourth Republic Period''' in Nigeria refers to the era of sustained civilian rule following the end of prolonged military governance. This period is characterised by the restoration of constitutional democracy, regular elections, and the re-establishment of civilian political institutions. == Scope and conventions == The Fourth Republic Period is defined by constitutional continuity rather than by the absence of political challenges. While democratic institutions...")
• 21:18, 28 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Late Military Period (Created page with "The '''Late Military Period''' in Nigeria refers to the final phase of military governance following the collapse of the Second Republic and preceding the establishment of the Fourth Republic. This period is marked by prolonged military rule, repeated political transitions, and intensified debates over democratisation and civil authority. == Scope and conventions == This period encompasses multiple military regimes with differing styles of governance, policies, and leve...")
• 21:17, 28 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Second Republic Period (Created page with "The '''Second Republic Period''' in Nigeria refers to the return to civilian rule following a prolonged phase of military governance. This period represents a renewed attempt to establish democratic institutions within a federal presidential system. == Scope and conventions == The Second Republic Period is defined by constitutional order and civilian administration rather than by long-term political stability. Although democratic structures were restored, they operated...")
• 21:15, 28 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Military Rule Period (Created page with "The '''Military Rule Period''' in Nigeria refers to the era during which political power was predominantly held by military governments following the collapse of the First Republic. This period is characterised by repeated military interventions, suspension or modification of constitutional frameworks, and centralised forms of governance. == Scope and conventions == Military rule in Nigeria was not a single continuous regime but a sequence of military governments separa...")
• 21:13, 28 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:First Republic Period (Created page with "The '''First Republic Period''' in Nigeria refers to the era of civilian parliamentary government following independence, during which the country operated under a federal constitutional system. This period represents Nigeria’s first experiment with democratic self-rule in the post-colonial context. == Scope and conventions == The First Republic Period is defined by constitutional and political structures rather than by cultural uniformity. Although formally a civilia...")
• 21:11, 28 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Independence Period (Created page with "The '''Independence Period''' in Nigeria refers to the phase following the end of British colonial rule, during which Nigeria emerged as a sovereign state and began shaping its political, social, and cultural institutions independently. This period marks a fundamental transition from colonial administration to self-governance. == Scope and conventions == The Independence Period is defined by constitutional and political transformation rather than by immediate social uni...")
• 21:09, 28 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Late Colonial Period (Created page with "The '''Late Colonial Period''' in Nigeria refers to the final phase of British colonial rule, during which political, social, and economic changes accelerated in the lead-up to independence. This period is characterised by increasing African participation in governance, the growth of nationalist movements, and significant cultural transformation. == Scope and conventions == The Late Colonial Period is defined by political and institutional developments rather than a pre...")
• 21:07, 28 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Amalgamation Period (Created page with "The '''Amalgamation Period''' in Nigeria refers to the phase during which previously separate British colonial administrations were unified into a single political entity. This period marks a decisive step in the formation of modern Nigeria as a territorially and administratively integrated unit. == Scope and conventions == The term “Amalgamation Period” is used to describe the process and immediate consequences of administrative unification rather than a long, cont...")
• 21:05, 28 January 2026 Niger afr adm talk contribs created page Category:Colonial Period (Created page with "The '''Colonial Period''' in Nigeria refers to the era during which British political, administrative, and economic control was formally established over the territories that later became the modern Nigerian state. This period brought profound structural changes to governance, society, and cultural production. == Scope and conventions == The onset and intensity of colonial rule varied by region. Some areas experienced indirect forms of control earlier through treaties a...")