History

Nigeria is home to some of the most fascinating cultural festivals, and the Awon Mass Wedding Festival stands out as one of the most unique. Held annually in Shao, Kwara …

The Zuru Uhola Festival is an extraordinary cultural celebration held annually by the Zuru people of Kebbi State, Nigeria. A vibrant expression of identity, this festival encapsulates the essence of …

The Origins of the Sarkin Dutse Durbar Festival  The Sarkin Dutse Durbar Festival is a resplendent celebration deeply rooted in the illustrious history of the Hausa-Fulani people of Jigawa State, …

The Durbar Festival is an iconic cultural event celebrated in various northern Nigerian states. Each showcases a unique expression of pageantry, horsemanship, and traditional authority. While the Kano Durbar is …

In pre-colonial Nigerian political systems, governance and political structures were deeply rooted in cultural, social, and religious traditions and varied significantly across regions and ethnic groups. These systems reflected the …

Nigeria’s journey toward independence and national development was shaped by a remarkable group of leaders whose unwavering dedication to social change, political reform, and educational advancement left an indelible mark …

When it comes to Nigeria’s past military leaders, very few are remembered with admiration—but one name stands out: Murtala Muhammed. His tenure in power, though brief, is often recalled as …

The history of pre-colonial Nigeria is deeply rooted in the dynamic interplay of trade and societal organisation, which shaped the region’s economic, political, and cultural trajectories. Trade in precolonial Nigeria …

Nigeria played a critical role in Africa’s independence movement, utilising its political, diplomatic, and intellectual influence to support its decolonisation. Among African intellectuals, a growing consensus emerged that European political …

Nnamdi Azikiwe, born in 1904, was pivotal in Nigeria’s nationalist movement, leading the country to independence through journalism, politics, and advocacy for unity. He championed pan-Africanism, founded the West African …