Germany to Return Looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

German officials say they have reached an agreement with Nigeria to return some of the famed Benin Bronzes that were looted from Nigeria in the 19th century.

About 500 of the plundered artifacts are on display in several German museums. The handoff is expected to take place next year under an agreement reached between Germany and Nigeria on Thursday. The return of the artifacts is "a turning point in our approach to colonial history," German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said.