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.
From Allegation to Adjudication, How Online Amplification Outpaced the Facts in a National Tragedy
When a child dies under controversial circumstances, public attention is inevitable. In late 2021, the death of 12 year old Sylvester Oromoni, a student...
FCMB and the Adam Nuru Allegations, What the Bank Said and What It Did
In late 2020 and early January 2021, allegations involving FCMB’s then Managing Director, Adam Nuru, spread rapidly across social media and news platforms. Although...
Kaduna Under Dabo Lere
Alhaji Mohammed Dabo Lere was a Nigerian politician who served as Governor of Kaduna State from 2 January 1992 until November 1993 during Nigeria’s...
Anthony Joshua Injured in Fatal Nigeria Crash
Former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious road accident in Ogun State, Nigeria on 29 December 2025, leaving two...
Garba Nadama and Sokoto’s Second Republic
Garba Nadama, born on 11 November 1938 in Gusau, present-day Zamfara State, was a Nigerian politician, historian, and statesman, widely recognised for his role...
UNN: Nigeria’s First Indigenous University
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), is one of the most important institutions in the history of Nigerian higher education. Conceived in the mid‑20th...
Philip Effiong and Biafra’s Final Days
The Nigerian Civil War, often referred to as the Biafran War, was a defining moment in Nigeria’s modern history. Fought from July 1967 until...
Betrayal in Ikoyi: Maimalari and the 1966 Coup
The January 15, 1966 coup stands as one of the most pivotal events in Nigeria’s post‑independence history, marking the first time the military intervened...
Oluwole Olumuyiwa & Modern Nigerian Architecture
Oluwole Olumuyiwa was one of the most influential Nigerian architects of the twentieth century, whose work and professional leadership helped shape the architectural profession...
Sheikh Abubakar Gumi
Sheikh Abubakar Mahmud Gumi was a Nigerian Islamic scholar whose work reshaped religious discourse in northern Nigeria throughout the mid to late twentieth century....