Story of Ejima Igwedibia aka Don Waney, Rivers State-based Militant,Oil Bunkerer, Cultist and Kingpin
The name Don Waney conjures up the same anxiety that people used to feel when they heard the names of…
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Notable Lagos Personalities in the Late 19th century
Oba Oyekan I, the don of Oba Dosunmu, is seated with a staff in hand. Edward Wilmot Blyden, a pan-African…
Esezi II The Orodge of Okpe Kingdom, A Prominent Traditional Delegate in the Attainment of Nigeria’s Independence.
The Okpe people live in Nigeria’s Delta State and are a member of the Urhobo ethnic group. Okpe Kingdom is…
Sad Demise of Nigerian’s Most Loved President, Umar Musa Yar’ Adua
Yar’ Adua returned to Abuja under cover of darkness on February 24, 2010.Although it was unclear how he was doing,…
Rev.Thomas Ogunbiyi, The Unifier of Nigerian Churches and Founder of Ogboni Society
Rev.Thomas Ogunbiyi was an honorable member of the Legislative Council (MLC) and the most distinguished commander of the British Empire…
Story of Chief Candido Joao da Rocha, A Man of Inestimable Wealth
Chief Candido Joao da Rocha, a 99-year-old Nigerian businessman, landowner, and creditor, was the owner of the now-closed Bonanza Hotel…
Origin of the Onitsha and Its Connection to the Benin Kingdom
Originally called Ado N’ldu, Onitsha Mmili was established by a son of Chima, the man who established the Issele-Uku kingdom…
Young Chief Ebenezer Obey the JuJu Music Icon
Young Chief Ebenezer Obey, the Juju music icon, pictured 44 years ago performing at a Lagos event.
Legacy of Oba Ehengbuda, Heir to Oba Orhogbua
Oba Ehengbuda was the heir apparent to Oba Orhogbua. The first Oba to be visited by English explorers while enthroned…
Picture of Abdulasalam Abubakar and Ibrahim Babangida in Their Youth
Fifty-five years ago, a picture showed two youthful military leaders in their twenties during the 1960s: Abdulasalam Abubakar and Ibrahim…
Part 1 of the Background of Sheikh Muhammad Shamsu-deen-Islam
In 1919, he was born in Offa, Nigeria’s Kwara State. At Ile Arogun, he received his Quranic education from Sheikh…
Details of the Birth and Legacy of Late Chief Margaret Ekpo
Born on July 27, 1914, Chief Margaret Ekpo passed away on September 21, 2006.She was a social activist and women’s…
Family Background of Mallam Aminu Kano
On August 9, 1920, Aminu was born in the Sudawa ward of Kano City. His parents, Rakaiya and Mallam Yusufu…
Atiku Abubakar Campaigning for President Under the Action Congress in 2006
On December 20, 2006, Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar waves to supporters as he arrives in Tafawa Balewa Square in…
Alhaji Adelabu a.k.a Penkelemesi Dies in a Car Crash with Two Others
Alhaji Adelabu passed away suddenly, and the Minister of Finance, Chief Festus Okotie-Eboh, made the announcement in Lagos. Became known…
Throwback Image of Femi Kuti at 29
An image from 29 years ago showing FEMI KUTI performing at the Central Park Summer Stage Concert Series in New…
The Beautiful Ireti Doyle at 5 Years
An endearing photo of the gifted actress, writer, producer, and presenter IRETI DOYLE at five years old in the early…
Contribution of the Egbaland (Abeokuta) to the WWII
The Alake’s support and excellent governance contributed significantly to the Abeokuta war effort. The army was urged Egba Sons to…
Another Image Capturing the Serene View of Marina in 1960s
A snapshot of Lagos City (Marina) from the 1960s conveys a feeling of peace and tranquility. We ought to practice…
Portuguese and European Invasion of the Benin Kingdom
The Portuguese, who visited Benin, which they called Beny, were the first Europeans to do so between the years of…