The Ife art was the most ancient in ... modern state of Benin, formerly Dahomey) was south west of Ife. One of the few early written accounts of this centre of power and trade is given by a ...

The plaque is on display at the British Museum. Obas Ozolua and Esigie both encouraged trade with Europe. Benin City is at least four miles wide. The city has wide, straight roads, lined by houses.

These ancient kingdoms ... military expansions and overseeing the creation of the famous Benin Bronzes. The kingdom thrived in trade and governance, reaching its peak in the 16th and 17th centuries.