Archives Tag: Samuel Ajayi Crowther

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9 Historic Buildings In Nigeria

April 19, 2022

Architecture is as important to a people’s history as anything. Like many things, architecture tells the story of a people and place in time. It is no different in Nigeria’s case. In fact, buildings tell the story of the country’s colonial past like no other cultural element does. So here are some of the oldest … Continue reading 9 Historic Buildings In Nigeria

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Men

Men You Should Know- Herbert Macaulay

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

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Men You Should Know: Archbishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther

April 19, 2022

As we gravitate towards another religious festive season, it is not out of place to remind ourselves of people who have served to strengthen the reins of Religious beliefs in Nigeria. One of the numerous examples available we ought to familiarize ourselves with or recall is Samuel Ajayi Crowther: African Bishop and Missionary. Early Life … Continue reading Men You Should Know: Archbishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther

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Naira Notes: The 1 Naira Note

April 19, 2022

#ThrowbackThursday: Naira Note Series, Naira Note Faces

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History

Seven Things You Should Know About Samuel Ajayi Crowther

April 19, 2022

 Samuel Ajayi Crowther was a linguist. He translated the Bible into the Yoruba Language and was instrumental in the translation of the Bible into the Igbo Language. Here are some other things to know about this religious icon: Samuel Ajayi Crowther and his entire village were captured by Muslim Fulani slave traders and sold to … Continue reading Seven Things You Should Know About Samuel Ajayi Crowther

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