Archives Tag: Herbert Macaulay

History Nigeria

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

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Politics throwback thursday

April 19, 2022

Though the British did not witness any other violent resistance from Lagos after the British forces bombardment in 1851. Oba Eshugbayi Eleko, however, constituted one of the fiercest resistance to the effective running of Lagos and the whole of Nigeria by the colonialists. Oba Eshugbayi, born in the 19th Century to Oba Dosumu who ceded … Continue reading ThrowBack Thursday: When Oba Eshugbayi Fought Colonial Masters To Defend His Subjects

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Politics throwback thursday

April 19, 2022

Herbert Olayinka Samuel Heelas Badmus Macaulay was one of the first leaders of the Nigerian opposition to British colonial rule. He was also a civil engineer, surveyor, architect, journalist, and accomplished musician considered by many Nigerians as the founder of Nigerian nationalism, a course which paved way for Nigeria’s independence from British colonial rule. Macaulay … Continue reading ThrowBack Thursday: Herbert Macaulay – The Founder of Nigerian Nationalism

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Entertainment Movies

April 19, 2022

A lot of effort goes into finding and sharing the quality of historical information Imoh Umoren offers in his new film, The Herbert Macaulay Affair. The film is what its title implies: a dramatic record of the life of Herbert Macaulay, the legendary Nigerian politician and activist. The inspiration for this film came to Umoren … Continue reading Imoh Umoren’s Latest Film: The Herbert Macaulay Affair

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Men

April 19, 2022

He was born and christened, Olayinka Herbert Samuel Heelas Badmus Macaulay, on the 14th of November 1864, in Broad St. Lagos to the family of Thomas Babington Macaulay and Abigail Crowther. The man- popularly referred to as Herbert Macaulay, was a Nigerian nationalist, politician, engineer, architect, journalist, and musician and is considered by many Nigerians … Continue reading Men You Should Know- Herbert Macaulay

By jeremiah

Politics throwback thursday

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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Did You Know?

April 19, 2022

If you were out and about a paved street on the east end of Lagos Island in the early 1910s, there’s a chance you would spot an affluent-looking horse-drawn cart bumbling along. And if you looked closely enough, you might just be able to tell who its wealthy passenger was. He could, in fact, have … Continue reading Did You Know? Candido Da Rocha, Lagos’ First Millionaire

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Discover Nigeria

April 19, 2022

#ThrowbackThursday: Naira Note Series, Naira Note Faces

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Discover Nigeria Personality

April 19, 2022

Let’s take time out to remember some of the great men and women whose efforts helped to secure our independence in the first place. Indeed, the labour of these heroes past shall never be in vain as we stay hopeful of what Nigeria’s future holds for us all. They are:   Herbert Macaulay, born Olayinka … Continue reading Celebrating Our National Heroes

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History

April 19, 2022

There is this thing about any kind of history: It cannot be wished away. The past has happened; good or bad. It can either be ignored like it never happened or humbly acknowledged. Either way, history is the beginning of a thing and can serve as a stepping stone to greater heights. Herbert Macaulay is … Continue reading Discover Nigeria: Interesting Facts about Herbert Macaulay, Founder of Nigerian Nationalism

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iConnect LIFESTYLE

April 19, 2022

By Bernice Alhassan. “Arise O compatriots, Nigeria’s call obey. To serve our Father land,with love and strength and faith. The labour of our heroes past shall never be in vain…”   Now let’s pause there for a sec. Nigeria in recent times has got me thinking again about that last statement – “the labours of our … Continue reading The Labours Of Our Heroes Past

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