West AfricaAfrica

Kingdom of Nri

c. 948 CE – 1911 CE · about 963 years approximate dates

Nri was an Igbo state in what is now south-eastern Nigeria whose priest-king (eze Nri) had religious rather than military authority. The bronzes of nearby Igbo-Ukwu are linked to its culture. British forces ended its ritual authority in 1911.

Key facts

Dates	c. 948 CE – 1911 CE
Region	West Africa
Continent	Africa
Type	priestly kingdom
Capital	Agukwu-Nri
Founder	Eri (traditional)
Religion(s)	Traditional Igbo religion

Note on dates: Founding dates are traditional and debated (often given as 948 CE).

Before & after

Followed by

British Empire

Sources

Wikipedia – Kingdom of Nri

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.