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The Benin (Edo) Culture and History (Benin People)

ClassNotes Team 1 MIN READUPDATED 13 JUL 2026

WEEK 8

TOPIC: The Benin (Edo) Culture and History (Benin People)

The Benin (Edo) people are located in the rainforest. They are found in the southern part of the country. They speak the Edo language. Edo-speaking people include the Ishan, the Etsako, the Ivbiosakon, the Akoko Edo and the Ineme. They share the same historical origin and have a similar culture. The centre of their civilisation is Benin.