Archives Tag: Nationalists
History Trivia: Alvan Ikoku – A short Biography
April 19, 2022
Alvan Azinna Ikoku is Nigeria’s most storied educator but many do not seem to know much about him apart from being the head on the ten naira note– a sad fall-out of Nigeria’s disregard for its own past, unfortunately. Today’s trivia will have to do with the man himself, however. Read more about History … Continue reading History Trivia: Alvan Ikoku – A short Biography
By david-okwara
ThrowBack Thursday: NNDP and the Birthing of Realpolitik in Nigeria
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
By adedoyin
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: Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Abeokuta Women’s Union & How They Shaped Independence
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
Did You Know: Dr Ladi Kwali Is The Only Woman On A Nigerian Currency Note – ₦20?
April 19, 2022
Many things in life often slip by us, mostly because we go through the routines without really paying attention to the processes. In an age where advocacy for women recognition is on the rise, it would interest anyone to know that, females do have a representation in a very important and loved part in our … Continue reading Did You Know: Dr Ladi Kwali Is The Only Woman On A Nigerian Currency Note – ₦20?
