Archives Tag: Nigerian Independence
Where Were You? At The March Towards Nigeria’s Independence (1957-1960)
April 19, 2022
By 1957, having held parliamentary elections to allow representatives from the different sections of the country assist the British in running the affairs of Nigeria; some political quarters within and even the citizens were already jittery for their independence from colonial rule. Read more about Politics Three years prior to the independence, the Western … Continue reading Where Were You? At The March Towards Nigeria’s Independence (1957-1960)
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Nigeria @56: Happy Independence Day, Nigeria!
April 19, 2022
Happy Independence Day, Nigeria! At 56, there’s a lot to be thankful for: one is that we are a happy people with a positive disposition towards life, and we are blessed as a nation that is by every means acclaimed the giant of Africa. And giant we are, for there’s hardly any other country with … Continue reading Nigeria @56: Happy Independence Day, Nigeria!
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Our Heroes Past: Their Labour and Their Legacy
April 19, 2022
Whose duty is it to ensure that the labour of our heroes past is not in vain? It is yours and mine. We all have a role to play. As many Nigerians pointed out when asked what they loved most about Nigeria, this is the place we call home. So the question is, how … Continue reading Our Heroes Past: Their Labour and Their Legacy
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Nigerian Youths on Independence Day Celebration and Nigeria
April 19, 2022
Young people are not just agile in activities, but also alert in the mind. One of the fulfilling activities I embarked upon over the past few days was to ask young, enlightened and patriotic Nigerians how expectant they are towards the country’s independence celebration. I was blown away by their deep thoughts on the present … Continue reading Nigerian Youths on Independence Day Celebration and Nigeria
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A Tribute to Nigeria
April 19, 2022
I once heard a joke that went like this; As God created and furnished the nations of the earth, he was careful to balance out the qualities he put in each. As he made the United States of America with their rich economy and super power, he also balanced it out with a bit … Continue reading A Tribute to Nigeria
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My Letter to the Birthday Celebrant, Nigeria
April 19, 2022
 On October 1st 1960 when we were liberated from the snares and leadership of the colonial master, the drinks were popping, the women were singing, men were drumming and the kids dancing. I never will know where I was back then, but I know that I am somewhere celebrating and dancing to the nice … Continue reading My Letter to the Birthday Celebrant, Nigeria
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Cynicism and Resilience: The Queer Panacea to Surviving the Nigerian Factor – An Independence Day Diatribe
April 19, 2022
On the 1st of October 1960, Nigeria became independent. Nnamdi Azikwe became Governor General, the first Nigerian to hold that position. In 1963, Nigeria became a republic and achieved full independence. The British were either ignorant of the fact that blood runs deep, or they just simply ignored it. Between 1963 and 1966 there was … Continue reading Cynicism and Resilience: The Queer Panacea to Surviving the Nigerian Factor – An Independence Day Diatribe
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OUCH Unveils Nigeria’s Independence Polos
April 19, 2022
This October 1st, Nigeria will be celebrating its 54th anniversary and in commemoration of this, OUCH, a Nigerian brand, will be launching its customary Polo Shirts. According to the Creative Director Uche Nnaji, “As our beloved Nigeria marks 54 years as a sovereign and independent country, we have teamed with our international partners to … Continue reading OUCH Unveils Nigeria’s Independence Polos
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