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  • Ikogosi Warm Springs<br />
Ikogosi,  Ekiti State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_1631_Nigeria_Ekiti_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Ikogosi Warm Springs<br />
Ikogosi,  Ekiti State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_643A1387_Nigeria_Ekiti_Irene Bec...jpg
  • Ikogosi Warm Springs<br />
Ikogosi,  Ekiti State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_7332_Nigeria_Ekiti_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Father and Child<br />
Ekiti East, Ekiti State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_1085_Nigeria_Ekiti_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Kabba-Bunu, Kogi State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_1213_Nigeria_Kogi_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Girl from Makoko<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_7917_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Market Traders <br />
Floating Market is crowded with vendors and purchasers selling and buying agricultural products and local food.<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_8173_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Boys from Makoko<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_8280_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Crayfish Vendor<br />
Makoko  fishing community<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_8210_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Mother with children in a canoe<br />
Makoko  fishing community<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_8037_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Fishermen and women on a waterway in the Makoko<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_7982_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Boys from Makoko<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_9298_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Suspension bridge at the Osun Sacred Grove<br />
Osogbo, South West Nigeria.<br />
UNESCO World Heritage Site<br />
Osogbo, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_6456_Nigeria_Oshun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • A sacred place in the Ooni's palace in Ile-Ife<br />
Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_6377_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Morning in Erin Ilesha<br />
Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_7085_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Stairs to the Ayikunugba Waterfalls<br />
Oke-Illa in Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_6567_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • A University student trainee working with waxing a  fabric for dye resist<br />
Nike Art Workshop in Osogbo<br />
Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_6918_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Makoko  fishing community<br />
Women sell their goods from early morning until night in small raw boats.<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_9242_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • View of the Makoko from a Highway Bridge<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_9225_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Selling Snake Fish<br />
Makoko  fishing community<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_8250_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • View of the Makoko from a Highway Bridge<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_7862_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Collecting  Leaves for Moi-Moi (bean cake), or 'Eko tutu.'<br />
Village along Ilesha – Akure expressway <br />
Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_7309_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Collecting  Leaves for Moi-Moi (bean cake), or 'Eko tutu.'<br />
Village along Ilesha – Akure expressway <br />
Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_7305_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Collecting  Leaves for Moi-Moi (bean cake), or 'Eko tutu.'<br />
Village along Ilesha – Akure expressway <br />
Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_7273_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Music Instrument<br />
Aragbiji Palace Museum And Monuments<br />
Iragbiji, Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_6539_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Timi Agbale Olofa Ina Statues in Ede<br />
Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_7002_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove <br />
A sacred forest that is the cradle of Yoruba cultural traditions. <br />
The site consists of 40 shrines, two palaces, and many sculptures and other works of art. <br />
UNESCO World Heritage Site<br />
Osogbo, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_6493_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Visitors enjoying waterfall<br />
The first cascade of Erin Ijesha Waterfall (Olumirin Waterfall) in Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_7216_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Ayikunugba Waterfalls<br />
Oke-Illa in Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_6590_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove <br />
A sacred forest that is the cradle of Yoruba cultural traditions. <br />
The site consists of 40 shrines, 2 palaces, and many sculptures and other works of art. <br />
UNESCO World Heritage Site<br />
Osogbo, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_6760_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove <br />
A sacred forest that is the cradle of Yoruba cultural traditions. <br />
The site consists of 40 shrines, 2 palaces, and many sculptures and other works of art. <br />
UNESCO World Heritage Site<br />
Osogbo, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_6639_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Kiriji Battle Ground<br />
This was where significant wars were fought between Ibadan and Ekiti Parapo Warriors (1877-1893).<br />
Here, many casualties during the war were recorded.<br />
Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_7064_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Trainee working at the dye pit<br />
Nike Art Workshop in Osogbo<br />
Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_6926_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • A University student trainee working with waxing a fabric for dye resist<br />
Nike Art Workshop in Osogbo<br />
Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_6830_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • The mona monkey (Cercopithecus mona)<br />
Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove in Osogbo, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_1297_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Fishermen and women on a waterway in the Makoko.<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_8199_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Market Traders<br />
Lagos Lagoon, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_8090_Nigeria_Lagos_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Visitors enjoying waterfall<br />
The second cascade - 40 m tall, of Erin Ijesha Waterfall (Olumirin Waterfall) in Osun State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_1439_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove <br />
A sacred forest that is the cradle of Yoruba cultural traditions. <br />
The site consists of 40 shrines, 2 palaces, and many sculptures and other works of art. <br />
UNESCO World Heritage Site<br />
Osogbo, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_6738_Nigeria_Osun_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Cooking Out<br />
Oke Agbe Akoko, Ondo State, South West Nigeria.
    IMG_0517_Nigeria_Ondo_Irene Becker.jpg
  • The Crucial Search<br />
A scene from the 2009 Argungu Fishing Festival<br />
The festival celebrates the traditional local fishing and the area's rich cultural heritage. Besides the fishing competition, where participants compete to catch the biggest fish, the festival also features a variety of other activities, including music, dance, and food, making it a vibrant and exciting event for all those who attend. <br />
Kebbi State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_8652_Nigeria_Kebbi_Irene Becker .jpg
  • A scene from the 2009 Argungu Fishing Festival<br />
The festival celebrates the traditional local fishing and the area's rich cultural heritage. Besides the fishing competition, where participants compete to catch the biggest fish, the festival also features a variety of other activities, including music, dance, and food, making it a vibrant and exciting event for all those who attend. <br />
Kebbi State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_8509_Nigeria_Kebbi_Irene Becker.jpg
  • A scene from the 2009 Argungu Fishing Festival<br />
The festival celebrates the traditional local fishing and the area's rich cultural heritage. Besides the fishing competition, where participants compete to catch the biggest fish, the festival also features a variety of other activities, including music, dance, and food, making it a vibrant and exciting event for all those who attend. <br />
Kebbi State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_8562_Nigeria_Kebbi_Irene Becker.jpg
  • A scene from the 2009 Argungu Fishing Festival<br />
The festival celebrates the traditional local fishing and the area's rich cultural heritage. Besides the fishing competition, where participants compete to catch the biggest fish, the festival also features a variety of other activities, including music, dance, and food, making it a vibrant and exciting event for all those who attend. <br />
Kebbi State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_8561_Nigeria_Kebbi_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Drying Chili<br />
Nigerian cuisine is very spicy, and chili pepper is in almost all dishes precious and vital component.<br />
At the beginning of the dry season, northern Nigerian farmers spread barkono (small, spicy peppers) to dry under the sun everywhere around the village, making the landscape more colorful.<br />
This practice helps concentrate peppers' flavor and preserve them for later use. <br />
Dutsen Abba in Zaria, Nigeria.
    DJI_0400_Nigeria_Zaria_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Potter from Fadan Attakar - Aliz - at work.<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Kaura, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
    IMG_5791_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • The Tin Miner from Barkin Ladin<br />
Tin mining in Barkin Ladin, Plateau, Nigeria.
    IMG_2926_Nigeria_Plateau_Irene Becke...jpg
  • Potter from Fadan Attakar - Aliz - at work.<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Kaura, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
    IMG_6866_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Ceremonial pot<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Attakar pottery, Kaura LG, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
    IMG_6709_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Producing Wooden Mortar <br />
Wooden mortars and pestles have been used in Nigeria for centuries and are essential to daily life. Nigerians used them for various tasks, from grinding spices and nuts to making traditional sauces and soups. The tools are often passed down from generation to generation, becoming cherished family heirlooms.<br />
Making wooden mortar and pestle is a highly skilled craft that requires great patience and attention to detail. The villagers first select the appropriate type of wood, considering its strength, durability, and ability to withstand the rigors of daily use. They then carefully shape and smooth the wood, paying close attention to the curve of the mortar and the shape of the pestle. The final product is functional and beautiful, a work of art.<br />
Benue State, North Central Nigeria.
    IMG_1326_Nigeria_Benue State_Irene B...jpg
  • Leather workshop<br />
Traditional tanneries in Nigeria are small-scale facilities where animal hides are processed into the leather using traditional methods passed down over generations. These tanneries are essential to the country's cultural heritage. Transforming hides into leather involves soaking, liming, tanning, and finishing, with each step performed by hand using natural materials.<br />
Nigeria has a rich leathercraft tradition, with skilled artisans producing high-quality products. <br />
Plateau State, Nigeria.
    IMG_3274_Nigeria_Plateau_Irene Becke...jpg
  • Fulanis<br />
The traditional Fulani attire,  a vital part of the Fulani cultural identity, is the Mudukare: white fabric adorned with vibrant red, blue, and green embroidery, showcasing traditional symbols and designs.<br />
The Mudukare is suitable for various occasions, from everyday wear to special events such as weddings and festivals.<br />
Settled Fulani homestead near Kajuru village, Kaduna State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_0168_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Producing Charcoal<br />
Villagers burn wood in a low-oxygen environment, producing charcoal later sold along the roadsides.<br />
Despite its negative impact on the environment and public health, the demand for charcoal as a cheap and easily accessible fuel source continues to drive the industry.<br />
Benue State, North Central Nigeria.
    IMG_1283_Nigeria_Benue State_Irene B...jpg
  • A scene from the 2009 Argungu Fishing Festival<br />
The festival celebrates the traditional local fishing and the area's rich cultural heritage. Besides the fishing competition, where participants compete to catch the biggest fish, the festival also features a variety of other activities, including music, dance, and food, making it a vibrant and exciting event for all those who attend. <br />
Kebbi State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_0243_Nigeria_Kebbi_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Washing clothes in a riverbed. <br />
The Sahel region in Northern Nigeria faces a severe water scarcity crisis, impacting millions of people and posing a significant threat to their health and livelihoods. With limited access to clean water, communities struggle to meet their daily needs and are at risk of water-borne diseases. This issue is particularly acute in rural areas.<br />
The leading causes of water scarcity in the Sahel include climate change and inadequate water management systems.<br />
Gimi Beri Road<br />
Mariga, Niger State, Northcentral Nigeria.
    IMG_0072_Nigeria_Niger State_Irene B...jpg
  • Sun-Dried Chili Peppers Worker<br />
Nigerian cuisine is very spicy, and chili pepper is in almost all dishes precious and vital component.<br />
At the beginning of the dry season, northern Nigerian farmers spread barkono (small, spicy peppers) to dry under the sun everywhere around the village, making the landscape more colorful.<br />
This practice helps concentrate peppers' flavor and preserve them for later use. <br />
Gargi, Kaduna-Zaria  Expressway.
    _M9A6495_Nigeria_Zaria_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Firewood Collectors<br />
The traditional Fulani attire,  a vital part of the Fulani cultural identity, is the Mudukare: white fabric adorned with vibrant red, blue, and green embroidery, showcasing traditional symbols and designs.<br />
The Mudukare is suitable for various occasions, from everyday wear to special events such as weddings and festivals.<br />
Settled Fulani homestead near Kajuru village, Kaduna State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_9378_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Selling Charcoal<br />
Villagers burn wood in a low-oxygen environment, producing charcoal later sold along the roadsides.<br />
Despite its negative impact on the environment and public health, the demand for charcoal as a cheap and easily accessible fuel source continues to drive the industry.<br />
Benue State, North Central Nigeria.
    IMG_1309_Nigeria_Benue State_Irene B...jpg
  • Leather workshop<br />
Traditional tanneries in Nigeria are small-scale facilities where animal hides are processed into the leather using traditional methods passed down over generations. These tanneries are essential to the country's cultural heritage. Transforming hides into leather involves soaking, liming, tanning, and finishing, with each step performed by hand using natural materials.<br />
Nigeria has a rich leathercraft tradition, with skilled artisans producing high-quality products. <br />
Plateau State, Nigeria.
    IMG_3234_Nigeria_Plateau_Irene Becke...jpg
  • Fulani Dance<br />
The traditional Fulani attire,  a vital part of the Fulani cultural identity, is the Mudukare: white fabric adorned with vibrant red, blue, and green embroidery, showcasing traditional symbols and designs.<br />
The Mudukare is suitable for various occasions, from everyday wear to special events such as weddings and festivals.<br />
Settled Fulani homestead near Kajuru village, Kaduna State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_9991_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Traditional clay pot burning process.<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Kaura, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
    IMG_6817_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Potter from Fadan Attakar - Aliz - at work.<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Kaura, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
    IMG_6547_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Fulani Dance<br />
The traditional Fulani attire,  a vital part of the Fulani cultural identity, is the Mudukare: white fabric adorned with vibrant red, blue, and green embroidery, showcasing traditional symbols and designs.<br />
The Mudukare is suitable for various occasions, from everyday wear to special events such as weddings and festivals.<br />
Settled Fulani homestead near Kajuru village, Kaduna State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_9854_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Potter from Fadan Attakar - Aliz - at work.<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Kaura, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
    IMG_6551_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Collecting water in Tulo-Tulo Oasis<br />
The Sahel region in Northern Nigeria faces a severe water scarcity crisis, impacting millions of people and posing a significant threat to their health and livelihoods. With limited access to clean water, communities struggle to meet their daily needs and are at risk of water-borne diseases. This issue is particularly acute in rural areas.<br />
The leading causes of water scarcity in the Sahel include climate change and inadequate water management systems.<br />
Yobe State, Northeast Nigeria.
    IMG_4221_Nigeria_Yobe_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Wooden Mortar And Pestle For Sell<br />
Wooden mortars and pestles have been used in Nigeria for centuries and are essential to daily life. Nigerians used them for various tasks, from grinding spices and nuts to making traditional sauces and soups. The tools are often passed down from generation to generation, becoming cherished family heirlooms.<br />
Making wooden mortar and pestle is a highly skilled craft that requires great patience and attention to detail. The villagers first select the appropriate type of wood, considering its strength, durability, and ability to withstand the rigors of daily use. They then carefully shape and smooth the wood, paying close attention to the curve of the mortar and the shape of the pestle. The final product is functional and beautiful, a work of art.<br />
Benue State, North Central Nigeria.
    IMG_4367_Nigeria_Benue State_Irene B...jpg
  • Cows Drinking Water in Yusufari<br />
The Sahel region in Northern Nigeria faces a severe water scarcity crisis, impacting millions of people and posing a significant threat to their health and livelihoods. With limited access to clean water, communities struggle to meet their daily needs and are at risk of water-borne diseases. This issue is particularly acute in rural areas.<br />
The leading causes of water scarcity in the Sahel include climate change and inadequate water management systems.<br />
Yobe State, Northeast Nigeria.
    IMG_4287_Nigeria_Yobe_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Sun-Dried Chili Peppers<br />
Nigerian cuisine is very spicy, and chili pepper is in almost all dishes precious and vital component.<br />
At the beginning of the dry season, northern Nigerian farmers spread barkono (small, spicy peppers) to dry under the sun everywhere around the village, making the landscape more colorful.<br />
This practice helps concentrate peppers' flavor and preserve them for later use. <br />
Rafin Yashi in Zaria, Nigeria. Zaria.<br />
Kaduna
    DJI_0350_Nigeria_Zaria_Irene Becker.jpg
  • A scene from the 2009 Argungu Fishing Festival<br />
The festival celebrates the traditional local fishing and the area's rich cultural heritage. Besides the fishing competition, where participants compete to catch the biggest fish, the festival also features a variety of other activities, including music, dance, and food, making it a vibrant and exciting event for all those who attend. <br />
Kebbi State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_0241_Nigeria_Kebbi_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Leather workshop<br />
Traditional tanneries in Nigeria are small-scale facilities where animal hides are processed into the leather using traditional methods passed down over generations. These tanneries are essential to the country's cultural heritage. Transforming hides into leather involves soaking, liming, tanning, and finishing, with each step performed by hand using natural materials.<br />
Nigeria has a rich leathercraft tradition, with skilled artisans producing high-quality products. <br />
Plateau State, Nigeria.
    IMG_3197_Nigeria_Plateau_Irene Becke...jpg
  • Potter from Fadan Attakar - Aliz - at work.<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Kaura, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
    IMG_6474_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Sun-Dried Chili Peppers<br />
Nigerian cuisine is very spicy, and chili pepper is in almost all dishes precious and vital component.<br />
At the beginning of the dry season, northern Nigerian farmers spread barkono (small, spicy peppers) to dry under the sun everywhere around the village, making the landscape more colorful.<br />
This practice helps concentrate peppers' flavor and preserve them for later use. <br />
Ungwan Pan Filani, a village near Zaria.
    DJI_0593_Nigeria_Zaria_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Producing Charcoal<br />
Villagers burn wood in a low-oxygen environment, producing charcoal later sold along the roadsides.<br />
Despite its negative impact on the environment and public health, the demand for charcoal as a cheap and easily accessible fuel source continues to drive the industry.<br />
Benue State, North Central Nigeria.
    IMG_1231_Nigeria_Benue State_Irene B...jpg
  • Leather workshop<br />
Traditional tanneries in Nigeria are small-scale facilities where animal hides are processed into the leather using traditional methods passed down over generations. These tanneries are essential to the country's cultural heritage. Transforming hides into leather involves soaking, liming, tanning, and finishing, with each step performed by hand using natural materials.<br />
Nigeria has a rich leathercraft tradition, with skilled artisans producing high-quality products. <br />
Plateau State, Nigeria.
    IMG_3204_Nigeria_Plateau_Irene Becke...jpg
  • Granaries in Jajari village<br />
The Sahel region in Northern Nigeria faces a severe water scarcity crisis, impacting millions of people and posing a significant threat to their health and livelihoods. With limited access to clean water, communities struggle to meet their daily needs and are at risk of water-borne diseases. This issue is particularly acute in rural areas.<br />
The leading causes of water scarcity in the Sahel include climate change and inadequate water management systems.<br />
Yobe State, Northeast Nigeria.
    IMG_4473_Nigeria_Yobe_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Potter from Fadan Attakar - Aliz - at work.<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Kaura, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
    IMG_6747_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Portrait of Girl Collecting Firewood<br />
The traditional Fulani attire,  a vital part of the Fulani cultural identity, is the Mudukare: white fabric adorned with vibrant red, blue, and green embroidery, showcasing traditional symbols and designs.<br />
The Mudukare is suitable for various occasions, from everyday wear to special events such as weddings and festivals.<br />
Settled Fulani homestead near Kajuru village, Kaduna State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_9513_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Producing Wooden Mortar <br />
Wooden mortars and pestles have been used in Nigeria for centuries and are essential to daily life. Nigerians used them for various tasks, from grinding spices and nuts to making traditional sauces and soups. The tools are often passed down from generation to generation, becoming cherished family heirlooms.<br />
Making wooden mortar and pestle is a highly skilled craft that requires great patience and attention to detail. The villagers first select the appropriate type of wood, considering its strength, durability, and ability to withstand the rigors of daily use. They then carefully shape and smooth the wood, paying close attention to the curve of the mortar and the shape of the pestle. The final product is functional and beautiful, a work of art.<br />
Benue State, North Central Nigeria.
    IMG_1323_Nigeria_Benue State_Irene B...jpg
  • Leather workshop<br />
Traditional tanneries in Nigeria are small-scale facilities where animal hides are processed into the leather using traditional methods passed down over generations. These tanneries are essential to the country's cultural heritage. Transforming hides into leather involves soaking, liming, tanning, and finishing, with each step performed by hand using natural materials.<br />
Nigeria has a rich leathercraft tradition, with skilled artisans producing high-quality products. <br />
Plateau State, Nigeria.
    IMG_3180_Nigeria_Plateau_Irene Becke...jpg
  • Drying Chili<br />
Nigerian cuisine is very spicy, and chili pepper is in almost all dishes precious and vital component.<br />
At the beginning of the dry season, northern Nigerian farmers spread barkono (small, spicy peppers) to dry under the sun everywhere around the village, making the landscape more colorful.<br />
This practice helps concentrate peppers' flavor and preserve them for later use. <br />
Ungwan Pan Filani, Dutsen Abba, a village near Zaria.
    IMG_8456_Nigeria_Zaria_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Fulani Girls<br />
The traditional Fulani attire,  a vital part of the Fulani cultural identity, is the Mudukare: white fabric adorned with vibrant red, blue, and green embroidery, showcasing traditional symbols and designs.<br />
The Mudukare is suitable for various occasions, from everyday wear to special events such as weddings and festivals.<br />
Settled Fulani homestead near Kajuru village, Kaduna State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_8905_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Mudukare <br />
Settled Fulani homestead near Kajuru village, Kaduna State, northwest Nigeria.
    IMG_8790_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Sun-Dried Chili Peppers<br />
Nigerian cuisine is very spicy, and chili pepper is in almost all dishes precious and vital component.<br />
At the beginning of the dry season, northern Nigerian farmers spread barkono (small, spicy peppers) to dry under the sun everywhere around the village, making the landscape more colorful.<br />
This practice helps concentrate peppers' flavor and preserve them for later use. <br />
Zangon Aya, Kaduna-Zaria  Expressway.
    _M9A6599_Nigeria_Zaria_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Traditional clay pot burning process.<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Kaura, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
    IMG_6795_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Potter from Fadan Attakar - Aliz - at work.<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Kaura, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
    IMG_6481_Nigeria_Kaduna_Irene Becker.jpg
  • Maimalari Dunes<br />
The Sahel region in Northern Nigeria faces a severe water scarcity crisis, impacting millions of people and posing a significant threat to their health and livelihoods. With limited access to clean water, communities struggle to meet their daily needs and are at risk of water-borne diseases. This issue is particularly acute in rural areas.<br />
The leading causes of water scarcity in the Sahel include climate change and inadequate water management systems.<br />
Yobe State, Northeast Nigeria.
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  • Leather workshop<br />
Traditional tanneries in Nigeria are small-scale facilities where animal hides are processed into the leather using traditional methods passed down over generations. These tanneries are essential to the country's cultural heritage. Transforming hides into leather involves soaking, liming, tanning, and finishing, with each step performed by hand using natural materials.<br />
Nigeria has a rich leathercraft tradition, with skilled artisans producing high-quality products. <br />
Plateau State, Nigeria.
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  • Preparing for Cooking <br />
The traditional Fulani attire,  a vital part of the Fulani cultural identity, is the Mudukare: white fabric adorned with vibrant red, blue, and green embroidery, showcasing traditional symbols and designs.<br />
The Mudukare is suitable for various occasions, from everyday wear to special events such as weddings and festivals.<br />
Settled Fulani homestead near Kajuru village, Kaduna State, northwest Nigeria.
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  • Sun-Dried Chili Peppers<br />
Chili pepper farmer Ibrahim Aminu dries and sells hot chili in Ungwan Bature, Dutsen Abba, a village near Zaria.<br />
Nigerian cuisine is very spicy, and chili pepper is in almost all dishes precious and vital component.<br />
At the beginning of the dry season, northern Nigerian farmers spread barkono (small, spicy peppers) to dry under the sun everywhere around the village, making the landscape more colorful.<br />
This practice helps concentrate peppers' flavor and preserve them for later use.
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  • Chili Farmer<br />
Nigerian cuisine is very spicy, and chili pepper is in almost all dishes precious and vital component.<br />
At the beginning of the dry season, northern Nigerian farmers spread barkono (small, spicy peppers) to dry under the sun everywhere around the village, making the landscape more colorful.<br />
This practice helps concentrate peppers' flavor and preserve them for later use. <br />
Dutsen Abba, a village near Zaria.
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  • Potter from Fadan Attakar is preparing for firing clay.<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Kaura, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
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  • Sun-Dried Chili Peppers<br />
Nigerian cuisine is very spicy, and chili pepper is in almost all dishes precious and vital component.<br />
At the beginning of the dry season, northern Nigerian farmers spread barkono (small, spicy peppers) to dry under the sun everywhere around the village, making the landscape more colorful.<br />
This practice helps concentrate peppers' flavor and preserve them for later use. <br />
Kugu, a village near Zaria.
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  • Leather workshop<br />
Traditional tanneries in Nigeria are small-scale facilities where animal hides are processed into the leather using traditional methods passed down over generations. These tanneries are essential to the country's cultural heritage. Transforming hides into leather involves soaking, liming, tanning, and finishing, with each step performed by hand using natural materials.<br />
Nigeria has a rich leathercraft tradition, with skilled artisans producing high-quality products. <br />
Plateau State, Nigeria.
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  • Fulani Girl with Calabash<br />
The traditional Fulani attire,  a vital part of the Fulani cultural identity, is the Mudukare: white fabric adorned with vibrant red, blue, and green embroidery, showcasing traditional symbols and designs.<br />
The Mudukare is suitable for various occasions, from everyday wear to special events such as weddings and festivals.<br />
Settled Fulani homestead near Kajuru village, Kaduna State, northwest Nigeria.
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  • Producing Charcoal<br />
Villagers burn wood in a low-oxygen environment, producing charcoal later sold along the roadsides.<br />
Despite its negative impact on the environment and public health, the demand for charcoal as a cheap and easily accessible fuel source continues to drive the industry.<br />
Benue State, North Central Nigeria.
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  • Potter from Fadan Attakar - Aliz - at work.<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Kaura, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
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  • Potter from Fadan Attakar - Aliz - at work.<br />
Hand-building pottery in the Attakar community: shaping clay into objects using only the hands and simple tools. The tradition is passed down from generation to generation, ensuring its continued relevance and preservation.<br />
Kaura, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.
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  • Sun-Dried Chili Peppers<br />
Nigerian cuisine is very spicy, and chili pepper is in almost all dishes precious and vital component.<br />
At the beginning of the dry season, northern Nigerian farmers spread barkono (small, spicy peppers) to dry under the sun everywhere around the village, making the landscape more colorful.<br />
This practice helps concentrate peppers' flavor and preserve them for later use. <br />
Gargi, Kaduna-Zaria  Expressway.
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  • Noppiire<br />
For the male members of the Nigerian Fulani ethnic group, an essential symbol of cultural identity is the noppiire, a hat characterized by its three angular tapering tips.<br />
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Settled Fulani homestead near Kajuru village, Kaduna State, northwest Nigeria.
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  • Producing Wooden Mortar <br />
Wooden mortars and pestles have been used in Nigeria for centuries and are essential to daily life. Nigerians used them for various tasks, from grinding spices and nuts to making traditional sauces and soups. The tools are often passed down from generation to generation, becoming cherished family heirlooms.<br />
Making wooden mortar and pestle is a highly skilled craft that requires great patience and attention to detail. The villagers first select the appropriate type of wood, considering its strength, durability, and ability to withstand the rigors of daily use. They then carefully shape and smooth the wood, paying close attention to the curve of the mortar and the shape of the pestle. The final product is functional and beautiful, a work of art.<br />
Benue State, North Central Nigeria.
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