Military History
Explore Nigeria’s military history on OldNaija.com. Discover tales of valor, the Nigerian armed forces’ evolution, and their pivotal role in shaping Nigeria. An essential resource for military enthusiasts and those interested in Nigeria’s military heritage.
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Ojukwu’s Letter to Victor Banjo Commanding Him to Invade Western Region
Below is the letter the Commander in Chief of the Biafran Armed Forces, Lt. Col. Odumegwu Ojukwu wrote to Lt.…
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Major Kaduna Nzeogwu’s Last Interview Before His Death
Below is Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu's last interview with Mr Dennis Ejindu of 'Africa and the World' a few months…
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Ojukwu’s Secession Speech Declaring the Republic of Biafra on May 30 1967
On May 30, 1967, prior to the outbreak of the Nigerian civil war/the Biafran war, the military governor of the Eastern…
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Speech by Major Kaduna Nzeogwu Announcing the First Coup of January 15, 1966
Below is Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu‘s speech announcing the first military coup in Nigeria on January 15, 1966. “In the…
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Real Account of the June 12 1993 Presidential Election and why it was Annulled
Here we go behind the historic June 12, 1993 presidential election in Nigeria. This election is considered the freest and…
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The death of Aguiyi Ironsi, Fajuyi and the lucky escape of Ironsi’s ADC, Andrew Nwankwo in 1966
Sub-Lieutenant Emmanuel Oladipo Makinde stands behind Commodore J.E.A. Wey (left) and Major General J.T. Aguiyi-Ironsi (speaking) at the first press…
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The Assassination of General Murtala Muhammed on February 13 1976
The nation was thrown into turmoil on the 13th of February, 1976 after the Head of State and Chief Commander…
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