The oldest bronze artifacts in nigeria are the Igbo Ukwu bronzes, discovered in Igbo Ukwu, Anambra State.

The oldest bronze artifacts in nigeria are the Igbo Ukwu bronzes, discovered in Igbo Ukwu, Anambra State.

The oldest bronze artifacts in nigeria are the Igbo Ukwu bronzes, discovered in Igbo Ukwu, Anambra State.

These artifacts, including ceremonial vessels, jewelry, and sculptures, are dated to the 9th century CE, predating the bini Bronzes and Ife Bronzes.

The Igbo Ukwu bronzes represent the earliest known examples of bronze casting in Sub-Saharan Africa, using the lost-wax casting technique according to the National Commission for Museums and Monuments.

The complexity and detail of the bronze work suggest a highly developed and established bronze-working tradition.

The artifacts provide insights into the culture, rituals, and artistic traditions of the Igbo people of that period.

Excavations at Igbo-Ukwu, including Igbo Isaiah, Igbo Richard, and Igbo Jonah, have yielded a wealth of information about this early civilization.