Gloria Olaoye

Gloria Taiwo Olaoye is a Nigerian historian whose work explores the complexities of the nation’s past with depth and clarity. She examines power, memory, identity, and everyday life across different eras, treating history not only as a record of events but as a tool for understanding, reclaiming, and shaping Nigeria’s future. Through her research and writing, she seeks to make history accessible, relevant, and transformative for a new generation.

Awkuzu Kingship Dispute: Tradition vs Law

Awkuzu is a town in Oyi Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria, with a...

Yoruba Monarchs and Colonial Period

In mid‑20th century southwestern Nigeria, traditional Yoruba monarchs continued to play influential roles within...

Death Penalty and Armed Robbery in Nigeria

Nigeria’s legal and penal history includes the use of capital punishment for convicted armed...