Nigerian History of Corruption: The “Cement Armada” Scandal of 1975.
At the age of thirty-one, Gowon was selected to be the head of state in 1966.Gowon had up until that…
Major General Ibrahim Babangida Addresses the Nation After Overthrowing General Muhammadu Buhari in the 1985 Coup
Nigeria was ruled by Major General Ibrahim Babangida in 1985 following the successful overthrow of General Muhammadu Buhari. Nigeria was…
“Theory Suggested that Giwa Attempted to Blackmail Babangida, Leading to his Assassination.” More Insights into the Death of Dele Giwa
Augustus Aikhomu led a news conference that was organized by the Nigerian government on October 20, the day after an…
Story of Oba Ovonramwen Nogbaisi and His Exile to Calabar
Adóló’s son, Oba Ovonramwen Nogbaisi, was living in exile in Calabar, surrounded by members of his kingdom who worked for…
Legacy of Sheik Kamaldeen Habeeb Al-Adaby, also known as Sheikh Kamaldeen Habeebullah Al-Adabiy
Sheikh Al-Adaby was a well-known Islamic scholar, teacher, and spiritual guide from Nigeria. His notable contributions to Islamic education and…
Seun Kuti’s Early Immersion in the Music Scene And His Attempt in Carrying on the Musical Heritage of the Kuti Family.
A picture from the early 2000s shows the well-known Nigerian singer Seun Kuti at a young age playing a variety…
A PM Front Page Newspaper in 1994
Headline from 30 years ago appeared on the front page of the *PM Newspaper* in 1994. It read, “Two NNPC…
Video Capturing President Shehu Shagari Attending the 34th Republic Day Celebration in New Delhi, India
On January 26, 1983, Nigerian President Shehu Shagari attended the 34th Republic Day event in New Delhi. This historic occasion…
Biography of Renowned Writer, J. P Clark, and Co-Edited Black Orpheus
A snapshot from the 1960s shows a youthful J.P. Clark, illuminating the formative years of one of Nigeria’s most renowned…
History of the Fuel Prizes in Nigeria From 1960 to date
Nigeria’s fuel price history is a reflection of the nation’s economic difficulties, governmental policies, and the world oil market. Following…
Image of the Ooni of Ife, Sir Adesoji Tadenikawo Aderemi, Offering Prayers and Blessings to the Famous Rising Star Juju Musician, King Sunny Ade.
As the Ooni of Ife, Sir Adesoji Tadenikawo Aderemi, bestowed blessings and prayers upon the well-known rising star Juju musician,…
Image of Helen Paul with Late Music Legend Onyeka Onwenu
A famous picture from the early 2000s shows Onyeka Onwenu and a young, gorgeous Helen Paul.
General Olusegun Obasanjo’s Visit to Lamido of Adamawa, Aliyu Musdafa in 1978
In a historic 1978 photo, General Olusegun Obasanjo of Nigeria is cordially welcomed to Yola by the Lamido of Adamawa,…
Brief History of Adegoke Adelabu; His Life Achievement and Death
The famous picture of Obafemi Awolowo and Adegoke Adelabu in Ibadan. A prominent political figure in Ibadan and the Western…
The Great Alaafin Adeyemi I, Who Reigned from 1876 to 1905,
Reigning from 1876 to 1905, Alaafin Adeyemi I played a pivotal role in one of the most important wars in…
World War II: Contribution of Abeokuta to the World War II Under the Reign of HRM Oba Sir Ladapo Ademola II
During the reign of HRM Oba Sir Ladapo Ademola II, the Egba people made significant sacrifices to the Allied war…
Brain Check Time: Can You Identify the Young Man in the Image
A picture from the late 1970s shows a little child in Otuoke, a suburb in Ogbia local government area of…
Stage Play of the Lion and the Jewel by Wole Soyinka at the Royal Court Theatre in London, England, in 1966.
Gorgeous ladies from Wole Soyinka’s 1966 drama “The Lion and the Jewel,” which was performed at the Royal Court Theatre…
Brief Interesting History of Benin Hero, General Ologbosere
An iconic figure in Benin history, General Ologbosere bravely fought till the end to symbolize resistance to British rule. Between…
A Historical Image from January 22, 1955, Depicts an Important Interaction that Took Place During Nigeria’s Colonial History.
The British Colonial Secretary, Mr. Alan Lennox-Boyd, is pictured in this classic image sitting prominently between two of Nigeria’s most…