Archives Tag: Nationalism

Politics

April 19, 2022

The subject of nationalism and the role which Nigeria’s founding fathers played in it has always been hotly debated in political circles. There is no doubt that ethnicity largely seeped into the foundations of Nigerian nationalism and threatened to destroy it. But considering the role which religion has been playing in helping to harmonise the … Continue reading Nationalism and Religious Harmony as a Deterrent to Ethnic Chauvinism in Nigeria

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throwback thursday

April 19, 2022

On Tuesday, October 1, Nigeria celebrated its 59th anniversary of being free of British rule. But many of us may not have realized how the actions and moves made by some personalities before the name “Nigeria” was born in 1914 shaped what other acclaimed independence icons such as Dr Nnnamdi Azikwe, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, Sir … Continue reading ThrowBack Thursday: Jaja of Opobo – The King Who Resisted Colonial Rule

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Politics

April 19, 2022

After the amalgamation of Nigeria and during which period the 1914 Nigerian Council laws still existed, the Clifford Constitution was the golden opportunity which availed Herbert Macaulay the opportunity to establish the first political party in Nigeria.  And so, in 1922, the first political party in Nigeria, the Nigerian National Democratic Party (NNDP) was founded. … Continue reading ThrowBack Thursday: NNDP and the Birthing of Realpolitik in Nigeria

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People

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

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Politics

April 19, 2022

When the founding fathers of Nigeria are mentioned, prominent politicians such as Alhaji Tafawa Balewa, Chief Obafemi Awolowo and Dr. Nnamdi Azikwe are usually the top on the list. Other individuals who have contributed in some way are oftentimes ignored or given little or no mention. Such censoring might be understandable especially as the full … Continue reading ThrowBack Thursday: Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Abeokuta Women’s Union & How They Shaped Independence

By adedoyin

People Politics

April 19, 2022

Late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, is a man worth celebrating, for his numerous contributions to the development of the country, Nigeria, especially in the spirit of Independence Day celebration. Obafemi Awolowo was a Nigerian nationalist and statesman, political leader, writer, and one of the principal persons who played a major role in the movement for the … Continue reading Men You Should Know: Obafemi Awolowo

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