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.

Ransome-Kuti and Balewa: Twin Forces of Freedom

In the decades leading up to Nigeria’s independence, two figures stood out for their distinct...

Usman Junaidu: Historian & Wazirin Sokoto

Alhaji Usman Junaidu (c. 1932 – 20 October 2017) was a distinguished Nigerian scholar,...

How Gowon Ends 48-Year Paternity Dispute

General Yakubu Dan-Yumma “Jack” Gowon, Nigeria’s Head of State from 1966 to 1975, stands...