Summary
People in Lagos, Nigeria, celebrated the annual Fanti Carnival, which honors the Afro-Brazilian heritage of the community. This event included music, costumes, and processions, celebrating the history of Afro-Brazilian returnees who settled in Lagos. The carnival is a blend of Nigerian and Afro-Brazilian traditions.
Key Facts
- The Fanti Carnival took place on Lagos Island in Nigeria.
- It celebrates the legacy of Afro-Brazilian returnees who settled in the area in the 1800s.
- This year's carnival included musical performances, costumed participants, and decorated horses.
- The event mixes customs from Afro-Brazilian and Nigerian Yoruba cultures.
- The carnival has been held for more than 200 years.
- Seven historic associations in Lagos Island help organize the event.
- Each association has its own colors; for example, the Lafiaji group wears red and white.
- Organizers say the carnival is a unique blend of Brazilian and Yoruba cultures.
