Nigerian History
Nigerian History explores the people, events, and ideas that have shaped Africa’s most populous nation. From the rise of powerful precolonial kingdoms and the impact of British colonial rule to the struggle for independence, civil war, and modern nation-building, this category brings Nigeria’s past to life through detailed narratives and verified historical accounts. Here, readers discover stories of leadership, resilience, culture, and transformation — tracing how Nigeria’s diverse heritage continues to influence its present and future.
When N125 Could Buy 25 Bags of Rice
There was a time when a Nigerian worker could look forward to payday with a different sense of financial security. A salary, even at...
Forcados: The Forgotten Nigerian Port That Once Connected the Niger Delta to the World
Along the Atlantic coastline of present day Delta State lies Forcados, a historic settlement whose name carries a significance that extends far beyond its...
Olusegun Obasanjo: The Remarkable Story of His Life After Prison
When Olusegun Obasanjo walked out of prison in June 1998, he was returning to a country that had changed significantly during his years in...
Arthur Nzeribe: The Remarkable Story of Nigeria’s Controversial Political Figure
Arthur Nzeribe was one of the most recognisable and controversial figures in Nigerian business and politics. Known for his wealth, international connections and unconventional...
Attah Ameh Oboni: The King Who Chose Death Rather Than Surrender His Royal Authority
Attah Ameh Oboni I was one of the most respected monarchs in the history of the Igala Kingdom. He ruled from 1946 until 1956,...
Why the Slave Trade Continued
The abolition of the transatlantic slave trade was not achieved simply because Britain decided to stop selling enslaved Africans. Although Britain abolished its own...
The Awolowos: The Remarkable Story of Three Generations
The Awolowos represent a family whose history is closely connected to Nigeria’s political, social and public life. A photograph featuring Chief Obafemi Awolowo, his...
Dele Giwa’s Mother: The Remarkable Story of Mama Giwa’s Lasting Grief
Dele Giwa’s mother, Madam Elekhia Ayisat Giwa, lived for 26 years after the assassination of her son, the celebrated Nigerian journalist and founding editor...
The Miracle Well in Badagry
In Badagry, Lagos State, a historic well has become one of the town’s most intriguing landmarks. Known as the Miracle Well, it is associated...
National War Museum, Umuahia
The National War Museum in Umuahia, Abia State, preserves a difficult chapter of Nigerian history through the weapons, military equipment and historical objects left...