Yoruba Towns And Cities

Social research study of the traditional urban area communities and of the political and social structure of the yoruba tribal peoples of West Africa, with particular reference to Nigeria - examines the lay-out of yoruba towns, the family structure and neighbourhood influences, the role of interest groups and associations, etc. Bibliography pp. 165 to 176 and maps.

The first published account and standard reference for the history of the Yoruba people of Nigeria, first published in 1921.

A rich and accessible account of Yoruba history, society and culture from the pre-colonial period to the present.

Monograph examining problems of yoruba urbanization in Nigeria - traces the historical development of urban areas and towns and discusses living conditions, the rate of economic development, government policy, sociological aspects, etc. Maps, illustrations, references and statistical tables.