Archives Tag: Anthony Enahoro
Do You Know? Six Nigerians That Led The Independence Struggle
April 19, 2022
The 1st of October is always a memorable day for Nigeria and Nigerians. Though it is met with mixed feelings in recent times; pessimism and optimism. The day remains a landmark day for the country and its citizens. The labour of our heroes past… and below are five outstanding heroes of Nigeria’s independence. Read more … Continue reading Do You Know? Six Nigerians That Led The Independence Struggle
By jeremiah
Everyday Heroes – Anthony Enahoro
April 19, 2022
The paragraph below outline why Anthony Enahoro ranks as an everyday Hero; especially in a month where we are paying consideration to Nigeria’s independence celebration: In 1953, Enahoro became the first to move the motion for Nigeria’s independence which was eventually granted in 1960 after several political setbacks and defeats in parliament. Because of that, … Continue reading Everyday Heroes – Anthony Enahoro
By jeremiah
Nigeria In History: Nigeria At 59
April 19, 2022
It was a bright Saturday morning, at least because of the excitements of Nigerians who, adorned in very colourful attire, throng to the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos and watched with every sense of pride as the Union Jack, the British flag was lowered and replaced with the Nigerian flag. It was Independence Day. It … Continue reading Nigeria In History: Nigeria At 59
By ugochukwu
Men You Should Know: Anthony Enahoro
April 19, 2022
Name; Anthony Enahoro, Date of Birth; July 22, 1923, Place; Uromi, Edo State. Enahoro has been regarded by academics and many Nigerians as the “Father of Nigeria State”. Born as Anthony Eromosele Enahoro to Esan parents; Anastasius Okotako Enahoro and Fidelia Victoria Inibokun (née Ogbidi Okojie). Anthony was educated at the Government School Uromi, Government … Continue reading Men You Should Know: Anthony Enahoro
By jeremiah
ThrowBack Thursday: The First Republic (1960-1966)
April 19, 2022
As is common with most political climes around the world, infighting, backstabbing, ambition, lobbying and corruption were all rife when the First Republic kicked off in October 1st 1960. Prior to the start of the First Republic, leaders from various regions of Nigeria had come together in one voice against the continued hold of the British … Continue reading ThrowBack Thursday: The First Republic (1960-1966)
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