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…
Reign of Oba Aiguobasinwin Eweka II Post Benin Punitive Expedition
Oba Aiguobasinwin Eweka II’s reign was a period of significant changes in the Benin Kingdom. He navigated the challenges of…
A Picture of Sade Adu as an Infant
Four-time Grammy Award winner Sade Adu, with her mother and brother in Ibadan, is being carried by her father, Adebisi…
Col. Francis Adekunle Fajuyi, an Unsung Hero and Profound Loyalist
In a coup that will go down in history as the bloodiest in the country, Fajuyi paid the ultimate price…
Origin of Fela’s Music Career and Establishment of his Music Band
Young Fela Kuti at Trinity College of Music in London in the late 1950s, in the College Blazer. Trinity College,…
Reverend Sam Adeyemi Marital Union to his Lover, Pastor Nike
Beautiful picture of Pastor Nike and her husband, the youthful Reverend Sam Adeyemi, who serves as the senior pastor of…
Madam Hannah Afálà, Mother of Samuel Ajàyi Crowther
Aláafin Abiodun Adegorolu was the successor to Aláafin Ajabo, a strong monarch at the time. A girl named Osu was…