By streamlining naturalization processes, Benin is establishing itself as a gateway for Afro-descendants reconnecting with ...

Both Islam and Christianity are religions of the book; their doctrinal authority lies in their scriptures. African traditional religions produced no written works, but derived their authority from ...

A Nigerian Catholic priest, Echezona Obiagbaosogu, has denounced Christianity and joined the African Traditional Religion. Mr Obiagbaosogu has served as a Catholic priest for 17 years in Anambra State ...

A former Catholic priest of 17 years, Dr Echezona Obiagbaosogu, said he has resigned from his position as a priest to embrace African traditional religion. Obiagbaosogu, who teaches African ...

Benin’s new law adds two holidays for traditional religions. Celebrated January 9-10, some see it as recognition of indigenous faiths, while others cite fairness compared to major religions with ...