Historical Events

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 …

Before the British colonial influence on Nigeria’s culture, pre-colonial Nigeria consisted of numerous kingdoms and empires, each characterised by distinct social organisations, languages, values, and traditions. The 1885 Berlin Conference …

The Ilorin Revolt of 1835 was a crucial event in West African history that reshaped present-day Nigeria’s political and religious landscape. Originating within the Oyo Empire, Ilorin was an influential …

The Trans-Saharan Trade Routes shaped Northern Nigeria and regions across the Sahara, North Africa, and Europe. Originating from the 8th century, these trade networks connected West Africa with North Africa …

In the early 1930s, under British colonial rule, Nigerians were increasingly alienated by discriminatory policies in education, employment, and civil rights. Although the colonial administration had promised to support the …