FROM THE ARCHIVE: ABOUT NUPE PEOPLE

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The Nupe people are an ethnic group from central Nigeria, mostly concentrated in the Niger state, Kwara, Kogi, Nassarawa and Abuja. They have a rich cultural heritage and have historically been known for their agricultural, fishing, and metalworking skills. The Nupe people are believed to have migrated to their current location from the northern Asia according to some account & also discovered in North Central, probably around the 15th or 16th century as a Kingdom, they are found before 15th Century. They have a complex social and political system, organized around clans and lineages. The Nupe people have a unique language, called Nupe, which is a member of the Benue-Congo language family named Nupoid.

The Nupe people's history is closely intertwined with the history of Kano state. The Nupe people were involved in the establishment of the Kano Emirate, and they played a significant role in the region's development. They were particularly known for their skill in ironworking, which was an important industry in the region. The Nupe people were also involved in trading and agriculture, and they played a role in the spread of Islam throughout the region. Over time, the Nupe people came to form a significant part of the population of Kano state.

There's so much more to say about the Nupe people - they have a vibrant oral history, an impressive artistic tradition, and a reputation for their military prowess and resistance to foreign rule. If you're interested in learning more, I recommend checking out some books or articles on the subject. It's a fascinating culture with a rich history!

Here are some books you might want to check out:

- "The Nupe Kingdom: A Political and Social History" by Abdullahi Smith

- "Nupe Traditions: An Ethnographic Study" by I. A. Akinjogbin

- "The Nupe Kingdom: A History of the Rise and Fall of a West African Polity" by E. A. Ayandele

- "The Nupe People and Their Culture" by S. K. Egharevba

- "A History of the Nupe People" by D. O.

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Reference for the history and culture of the NUPE people is the book "The Hausa Factor in West African History" by Murray Last. This book is a comprehensive study of the NUPE people and their role in West African history. It covers topics like their origins, migrations, social organization, economy, religion, and interactions with other groups. If you're interested in learning more about the NUPE people, I would highly recommend this book. You can also check out the works of other scholars like Ibrahim dan-Bature, Joseph Greenberg, and John Paden.