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About the Project
African Studies Ibadan Audiovisual and Arabic Manuscripts Archives
Project Grant
An audiovisual archive held at the Institute of African Studies at the University of Ibadan documents a range of rites, performances, and historical events as well as recorded oral histories that describe life and practices from Nigeria and West Africa more broadly. These original recordings include an Ozid epic of the Ijaw, Urhobo Udjesongs, Yoruba Geleda, theaters of Duro Ladipo. Some materials, especially celluloid and Ajami scripts, have already been lost to age and inadequate storage. This project will digitize and preserve the remaining items.
Project Leads
- Ayo Adeduntan, University of Ibadan
- Akinade Jimoh, University of Ibadan
Host Institution
Institute of African Studies, University of Ibadan, Nigeria