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Deity and goddess of the sea in the mythology of the people of Badagry

Vlekete or Verekete is a deity and goddess of the sea in the mythology of the people of Badagry in Nigeria. The Velekete Shrine and Velekete Slave Market are named after her.

References

  1. L. C. Dioka (2001). Lagos and Its Environs. First Academic. ISBN 978-978-34902-5-3.
  2. Ashamu Sewanu Fadipe (2000). Commerce D'esclaves Et la Civilisation Occidentale À Badagry. Media Ace. ISBN 978-978-33660-3-9.
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