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Gaani

Traditional Royal Festival · Nikki, Benin

Gaani — Nikki, Bénin
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Dates
August (in 2026: 25 – 27 August)
Venue
Nikki, Bénin
Genres
Traditional Royal Festival

The festival

The Gaani is the great royal feast of the Baatonu people (Bariba), celebrated in Nikki around the emperor (Sina Boko).

At the Royal Palace: dances, rituals and horse races. In 2026, it is held from 25 to 27 August. The Baatonu cultural area extends beyond the borders of Benin, neighbouring Nigeria.

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Key facts

Name: Gaani. Place: Nikki, Benin. Period: August (2026: 25-27 August). Signature: Royal feast of the Baatonu people (Bariba) around the emperor (Sina Boko); dances, rituals and horse races at the royal palace. Official contact: in the course of verification.

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