History
OldNaija provides you with an extensive repository of resources encompassing articles, videos, audio recordings, photographs, documents, and more, all dedicated to the profound history of Nigeria.
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Operation Unicord: The Battle and Capture of Nuskka in July 1967
On May 30, 1967, Chukwuemeka Ojukwu made the official declaration of secession for the Eastern Region from Nigeria, proclaiming the…
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The 1945 Nigerian General Strike: How over 100,000 Nigerian Workers Challenged the Government
Crowd in Lagos during the 1945 Nigerian General Strike, In 1945, a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s history unfolded with the…
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Owambe: A Glance into Nigeria’s Grand Celebration Culture
In the vibrant world of Nigerian festivities, one event stands out for its grandiosity and lively spirit – Owambe! This…
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20 Historical Facts About Nigeria You Should Know
Nigeria is the most populous Black nation in the world today, with an estimated population of 204 million people. This…
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2002 Miss World Riots in Nigeria – How Hundreds were killed because of a Beauty Pageant
The 2002 Miss World riots were a chain of religiously motivated clashes that happened in the northern-Nigerian city of Kaduna…
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30 Shocking Facts About Nigerian Leaders Since 1960
Not many people know that both General Murtala Mohammed and General Sani Abacha were born and buried in Kano, and…
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A Look Back At Notable Nigerian Sports Heroes and Heroines
Nigeria marked its 61st anniversary of independence in October. This is an excellent occasion to take a look back at…
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Slogans, Nicknames and Operational Names Associated with the Nigerian Civil War
It is common for every war/conflict to have its peculiar nickname and unique vocabulary used during its course. For example,…
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The Lagos Observer (1882-1888)
The Lagos Observer, the fourth newspaper in Nigeria, was founded in Feb. 1882 by J. Bagan Benjamin, an African member…
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The ANGLO-AFRICAN: Second Newspaper in Nigeria (1863-1865)
The Anglo-African came after Iwe Irohin as the second of the twelve main newspapers in Nigeria. Anglo-African was founded on…
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Since 1945: The 7 Best of the Best Nigerian Footballers of All Time
Nigeria is seen as a soccer giant in Africa, with over 200 million soccer fans spread across the country. Here…
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Abagana Ambush: How Biafran Army Killed Over 500 Nigerian Troops in One Attack
The Abagana Ambush of March 31st 1968 is one out of the many confrontations between Nigerian and Biafran troops during…
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How Nzeogwu Killed Ahmadu Bello and His Wife, Hafusatu, During the 1966 Coup
When the soldiers were about to shoot Ahmadu Bello, two of the wives stood up, leaving the first wife who…
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How Prophet Daniel Abodunrin Was Torn Apart By Lions at UI Zoo in 1991
Prophet Daniel Abodunrin thought his faith was really working; that the God of Daniel was performing wonders. He then moved…
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How Dimka’s Lust for Woman Led to His Arrest After the Failed 1976 Coup
When Lt. Colonel Dimka realised that the coup was unsuccessful, he fled to Afikpo in the then Anambra State and…
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