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.
Ahmadu Bello University and the Northern Dream That Built ABU
On 4 October 1962, Sir Ahmadu Bello, Premier of Northern Nigeria and Sardauna of Sokoto, formally opened Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria. The event...
How Onuora Nzekwu Helped Shape Generations of Nigerian Readers Through Eze Goes to School
For generations of Nigerians, Eze Goes to School was more than a classroom reader. It was a story that reflected familiar realities, family sacrifices...
The Musician Who Helped Keep BLO Alive During Nigeria’s Afro-Funk Revolution
The history of Nigerian popular music is often told through the achievements of internationally celebrated figures such as Fela Kuti, Sunny Ade and Osibisa....
The Day Nigeria Chose Congo, How Balewa Kept Troops Abroad During a Crisis at Home
In June 1962, Nigeria found itself at a crossroads. Less than two years after gaining independence, the young nation was already playing a significant...
Hajiya Ajoke Muhammed: The First Lady Who Witnessed a Turning Point in Nigeria’s History
Hajiya Hafsatu Ajoke Muhammed was born on 23 May 1941 during the colonial era in Nigeria. Before entering public life, she trained as a...
Sango of Marina, How Ben Enwonwu Created One of Nigeria’s Greatest Public Monuments
In 1964, celebrated Nigerian artist Ben Enwonwu completed one of the most recognisable public sculptures in the country, a monumental bronze representation of Sango,...
The Delano Legacy: How a Yoruba Scholar and His Judge Son Shaped Language, Law and Public Service
The history of Nigeria is filled with individuals who made lasting contributions to education, culture, governance and public service. Among them is the Delano...
Ronke Ayuba, Siene Allwell-Brown and Ruth Benamaisia-Opia: The Women Who Became Faces of NTA News
There was a time in Nigeria when the evening news did not compete with dozens of private stations, mobile alerts, online platforms and social...
Ghana Must Go: The 1983 Expulsion That Forced Millions to Leave Nigeria
Few phrases in West Africa carry as much historical significance as "Ghana Must Go." Today, the expression is widely associated with the large chequered...
Mary Nzimiro and the Rise of an Igbo Trading Empire in Colonial Nigeria
Mary Nzimiro’s story belongs in the history of Nigerian enterprise. She was a pioneering Igbo businesswoman whose life demonstrates how trade, discipline, trust and...