Political History

Dive into the history of governance, political leaders, and the ever-evolving landscape of the nation’s politics. Unearth the challenges and milestones that have defined Nigeria’s political journey. A comprehensive source for those intrigued by the dynamic history of Nigerian politics.

5 Nigerian Business Tycoons Who Built Massive Wealth During the Indigenisation Era

When the Indigenisation Decree of 1972 was signed by General Yakubu Gowon, it didn’t just change the law; it changed…
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The 1972 Indigenisation Decree: When Nigerians Took Back Their Economy

For over a decade after Nigeria gained independence in 1960, a strange reality persisted. While the country had its own…
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How Aguiyi-Ironsi And Fajuyi were Assassinated In Ibadan in 1966

Aguiyi-Ironsi (L) and Adekunle Fajuyi (R) Since gaining independence in 1960, we have seen the rise and fall of several…
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The Nigerian Civil War: Why and How It Happened (1967-1970)

The Nigerian Civil War, also known as the Biafran War or the Nigerian-Biafran War, broke out between the Federal Republic…
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The Aburi Accord of 1967: Nigeria’s Last Chance at Peace

History is often a collection of “what ifs.” In the turbulent history of Nigeria, there is perhaps no bigger “what…
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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, an important moment in Nigeria’s history unfolded with the…
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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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The 1960 Independence Constitution of Nigeria – Features, Merits & Demerits

When Nigeria gained its independence on October 1st 1960, a homemade constitution known as the 1960 Independence Constitution was adopted…
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The Richards Constitution of 1946 – Features, Merits & Demerits

The Richards constitution of 1946 was specifically drafted to promote the unity of Nigeria and give more room for greater…
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The Lyttleton Constitution Of 1954 – Main Features, Merits And Demerits

Oliver Lytteton The Lyttleton constitution of 1954 is the fourth and the last of the pre-independence constitutions of Nigeria. It…
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How Nigeria’s Independence was celebrated on October 1st 1960 (With Videos)

Nigerians at the Tafawa Balewa Square on October 1st 1960 Joy and merriment rented the air as excited Nigerians stormed…
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The National Congress of British West Africa (NCBWA)

Members of the National Congress of British West Africa (NCBWA) The National Congress of British West Africa (NCBWA) was founded…
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In 1999, This Nigerian Senate President was Removed Over Whether His Name was Evan or Evans

Evan Enwerem One should expect almost anything in the political scene of Nigeria. But should one expect the removal of…
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Northern People’s Congress (NPC)

Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa (L) and Sir Ahmadu Bello (R) Northern people’s Congress (NPC) was a political party dominant in…
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This Is The Reason Wole Soyinka Was Declared Wanted in 1965

Daily Times Newspaper, October 1965 Chief S.L. Akintola was slated to give a victory speech after the rigged 1965 regional…
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