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1st October 2024

  At midnight on October 1, 1960, the British Union Jack was lowered, and the green-white-green Nigerian flag was raised, signifying Nigeria’s independence from over 60 years of British colonial rule. Today, Nigeria @64, marks over six decades of freedom, growth, development, and the accompanying challenges. Read more about History Nigerians trooped to the streets … Continue reading Nigeria At 64: Hope In the Face of Uncertainties

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1st July 2024

  The name of the late Nigerian educator, activist, humanitarian, and political campaigner, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, rings a bell in the ears of Nigerians born in the late 20th century and the 21st century. Nigerians born in this period did not witness her impact on the country before bidding Mother Earth goodbye on April 13, 1978. … Continue reading Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti: Pioneer of Nigerian Women’s Rights and Activism

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18th June 2024

  Nestled in the heart of Ondo State in southwestern Nigeria, the Idanre Hill stands as a remarkable proof of the rich cultural heritage and natural wonders of the region. This towering hill, rising over 900 meters above sea level, has witnessed the history and traditions of the Idanre people for nearly a millennium. The … Continue reading Idanre Hill: Where History, Culture, and Nature Converge

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History Politics

12th June 2024

  Nigeria’s democracy is a complex and evolving political system, characterized by challenges and progress since gaining independence from British colonial rule in 1960. Here’s a timeline Read more about Politics Independence and First Republic Fact: Nigeria gained independence from British colonial rule on October 1, 1960. Fact: The First Republic was established in 1963 … Continue reading Interesting Facts About Nigeria’s Democracy

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8th May 2024

  When Flora Shaw, the British journalist and eventual spouse of Lord Lugard, coined the name Nigeria, it might have been difficult to pinpoint her motivations, that is, from a social standpoint. Was it dexterous thinking or something more insidious? Read more about History At best, it might have been a romanticization of geography as … Continue reading The Naming of Nigeria: An Interrogation of Etymology

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History Tourism

23rd March 2024

  Right in the heart of Benin City, Nigeria, there’s a special place called the Benin City National Museum. It’s like a time machine that takes you on a journey through the amazing history of the region. Found on what was once called King’s Square (now Oba Ovonramwen Square), this museum is all about preserving … Continue reading The Benin City National Museum

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History Politics

2nd October 2023

  As Nigeria celebrates its 63rd year of independence, it provides an apt moment for a retrospective analysis of the nation’s trajectory. This assessment acknowledges the remarkable successes achieved since its inception as an independent nation and concurrently recognizes the enduring obstacles that continue to shape its course. Read more about Politics Achievements Nurturing Democracy … Continue reading Nigeria at 63: A Historical Review of Achievements And Challenges

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Books History Top 10

1st October 2023

  Today is Nigeria’s Independence Day. Africa’s most populous nation is 63 years old and the journey so far has been full of highs and lows. Yet Nigeria remains one of the most exciting nations on earth. Nigeria’s rich and complex history spans centuries, encompassing pre-colonial kingdoms, colonialism, independence, and the post-independence era. To gain … Continue reading Top 10 Books to Read to Understand Nigeria’s History

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30th August 2023

Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, who historically designed the Nigerian flag, has sadly passed on. He was born on May 10, 1936, and transitioned on August 29, 2023. His legacy, however, lives on as he will forever be celebrated as the brilliant mind behind Nigeria’s iconic national flag. This remarkable achievement etched his name indelibly in Nigeria’s … Continue reading Taiwo Akinkunmi: The Historic Artist Behind Nigeria’s Enduring Flag

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19th May 2023

  The renowned Nigerian banker and philanthropist, Chief Subomi Balogun, 89, is reported to have died today, 19th of May 2023 in London. Chief Subomi was widely recognized as a legendary figure in the banking industry. He was the founder of First City Merchant Bank (FCMB), which grew to become the FCMB Group. Chief Balogun … Continue reading Chief Subomi Balogun: The Nigerian Banking Legend

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History Politics

5th November 2022

    In the past ten months and more, the history of Lagos has been subjected to several controversies. It has a connection to the person hood and presidential ambition of Bola Tinubu, the former governor of Lagos State and flag bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the claims that he built Lagos, … Continue reading Who Built Lagos?: A Short History

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12th July 2022

Muhammad Rumfa was a Sultan of the Sultanate of Kano, located in modern-day Kano State, Northern Nigeria. He reigned from 1463 until 1499.  Rumfa was the son of Yakubu, the nineteenth ruler of Kano and his mother, Fasima Berana. Rumfa succeeded his father in 1463. His reign was characterized by unprecedented economic growth, numerous administrative … Continue reading Nigerians In History: Muhammad Rumfa

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10th July 2022

  Babban Zaki also known as Jan Rano was a Sultan of Kano who reigned from 1768-1776. One of the most significant rulers of the House of Kutumbi, he solved the puzzle of Kano’s complex structure and provided the blueprint for its successful administration which would survive even after the fall of the Kutumbawa. Read … Continue reading Nigerians In History: Babban Zaki

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History Nigeria Nigeria in Detail Politics

29th June 2022

  The history of Nigeria’s independence struggle has featured popular names like Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, and Sir Ahmadu Bello. Other notable names include Sir Tafawa Balewa, Dr. Michael Okpara and S.L. Ankintola and a host of others. However, there are unsung heroes of the Nigeria independence movement, the Zikist Movement. The Zikist … Continue reading Youth Power: The Zikist Movement (Part 2)

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25th June 2022

  Abdullahi Dan Kanajeji, known as Abdullahi Burja, was the sixteenth ruler of Kano. Through forging powerful alliances and the creation of trade routes, Burja shifted the identity of the Kano Sultanate towards trade and commerce, which Kano and the Kano people are known for today. Read more about Discover Nigeria He was the first … Continue reading Nigerians In History: Abdullahi Burja

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24th June 2022

  Oba Oyekan I reigned as the Lagos Monarch from March 1885 to September 30, 1900. He ascended the throne about a month after the death of his father, Oba Dosunmu. Read more about Nigerians in history Prince Oyekan vs. Chief Apena Ajasa incident In 1883, Oba Dosunmu, Oyekan’s father called a meeting to heal … Continue reading Nigerians In History: Oba Oyekan

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23rd February 2022

  Bisi Silva (Olabisi Obafunke Silva) was born on the 29th of May, 1962. She was a Nigerian contemporary art curator based in Lagos. She graduated with an MA in Visual Arts Administration: Curating and Commissioning Contemporary Art at the Royal College of Art, London, in 1996. In the early days of her career, Silva … Continue reading Nigerians in History: Bisi Silva

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22nd February 2022

  Kelechi Emeteole was born in 1951. He was a Nigerian football player and coach. He was part of the Nigeria national team in the 1976 African Cup of Nations hosted in Ethiopia. Throughout his career, he had been the coach of various teams like Heartland F.C., Enugu Rangers, El-Kanemi Warriors F.C. and the national … Continue reading Nigerians in History: Kelechi Emeteole

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History

21st February 2022

  Patrick Aziza was born in Okpe local Government Area in Delta State on 23 December 1947. He was raised in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State. He went to Ibadan for his secondary education before joining the army and participating in the Nigerian Civil War (1967–1970). Aziza then attended the Nigeria Defence Academy, Kaduna, graduating in 1970. … Continue reading Nigerians in History: Patrick Aziza

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9th February 2022

Chief Antonio Oladeinde Fernandez was born on August 12, 1929, in Lagos, Nigeria, to a family with Portuguese-Brazilian and Yoruba heritage. His father was named Camut Akinwale or Kanut Akinwande Fernandez, born with the first name Yesufu, which he later changed. The Fernandez family descended from a Portuguese-Brazilian slave trader who settled in Lagos in … Continue reading Nigerians in History: Antonio Oladeinde Fernandez

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Everyday Heroes History Personal Development

7th February 2022

The fifth line of the first stanza of our national anthem reads, ‘The Labours of our heroes past, shall never be in vain!”. However, this evokes different thoughts in the mind of Nigerians when they sing this line of our anthem. Despite the setbacks of post-independence Nigeria, it’s important to recount some of the “labours … Continue reading ‘The Labour of our Heroes Past’: Securing the Future for the Coming Generation

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History

12th November 2021

  Talabi Braithwaite was born on 2 July 1928 in Lagos. He was born into a family of many firsts, the Braithwaite family in Lagos. In 1880, Rev. I. Braithwaite led the first Anglican missionary expedition, which introduced the gospel to the Ijebu province in today’s Ogun State. Read more about Nigerians in history In … Continue reading Nigerians In History: Talabi Braithwaite

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  Brigadier Zakariya Abubakar Hassan Maimalari was born on the 17th of January 1930 into the royal family of Maimalari, in Maimalari village of present-day Yobe State, Nigeria. At the tender age of four, he began his educational career at Nguru elementary school, also in present-day Yobe state. Read more about Nigerians in history He … Continue reading Nigerians In History: Zakariya Maimalari

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11th October 2021

  Olusola Saraki was born on 17 May 1933 at Kwara State. His mother was from Iseyin in Oyo State and his father was from Mali but studied Islamic Studies (Ile-Kewu) in Ilorin. His paternal ancestors were Fulanis who came from Mali about 150 to 200 years earlier. Read more about Nigerians in history Olusola … Continue reading Nigerians in History: Abubakar Olusola Saraki

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10th October 2021

  One of Nigeria’s iconic broadcasters and trailblazer in sports journalism, Yinka Craig, distinguished himself as a role model, a worthy mentor and a figurehead to many younger journalists both within and outside the field of sports journalism. Read more about Nigerians in history Early Life And Career Yinka Craig’s passion as a younger man … Continue reading Nigerians In History: Yinka Craig

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History throwback thursday

26th August 2021

  Ahmadu Bello’s name rings a bell not only in the Northern part of Nigeria but equally across the country. Read more about ThrowBack Thursday Often in history books, he is referred to as one of the political figures murdered in the 1966 coup bloodbath, but the man has other layers to his legacy. Born … Continue reading ThrowBack Thursday: Ahmadu Bello, Sardauna Of Sokoto & Premier Of Northern Region

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31st July 2021

  The Sungbo’s Eredo is a 160 km rampart equipped with guard houses and moats. Sungbo’s Eredo is a system of defensive walls and ditches that is located southwest of the Yoruba town of Ijebu Ode in Ogun State, southwest Nigeria. Read more about History It was built in 800-1000 AD in honour of the … Continue reading Sungbo’s Eredo: Africa’s Largest Single Ancient Monument

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History Men Personality

  Though loved by many because of work ethics, hated by many because of political affiliations and respected by many because of unflinching loyalty, Barnabas Y. Bala Bantex is a man that the southern Kaduna demography will remember for a long time. Read more about Nigerians In History Born in 1956 to the family of … Continue reading Nigerians In History: Yusuf Bala Bantex

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  In the previous article, the background and basic information about the Oldest boat in African history: the Dufuna Boat was given. The boat, which was found in Nigeria and represents Nigerian pride is also the second oldest known in the world. Part 2 is a continuation of the earlier part and it discusses the … Continue reading The Dufuna Canoe

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  Africa’s oldest known boat, the Dufuna canoe was discovered in Dufuna village, Yobe state, by a Fulani Herdsman in May 1987, while he dug a well. Since the Dufuna canoe was discovered, archaeologists have been in a frenzy about it. Read more about History The canoe which was excavated by a combined team of … Continue reading The Discovery Of The Dufuna Canoe, Africa’s Oldest Boat

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