Ilorin Traditional Markets in the 19"" Century

Abstract

This study on florin traditional markets examines evolution of markets in Ilorin and how the markets later attained international recognition with goods of all kinds. It also discusses the different stages of administration of the markets as well as incomes that accrued to those who administered the markets. The study also analyzes some ofthe significance of the markets, especially the contribution ofthe markets to the attainment ofthe metropolitan status which the city eventually attained hy the turn of the 19''' century.