History of nigeria

The borders of modern-day Nigeria were established in 1914 by British colonizers, but the histories of the peoples that make up the Nigerian polity go back …
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Nigeria achieved independence in 1960 and transitioned to a federal republic with three constituent states in 1963 under President Nnamdi AZIKIWE.
WebCambridge Core - African Studies - A History of Nigeria. Nigeria is Africa's most populous country and the world's eighth largest oil producer, but its success has been undermined …
WebPEOPLE & CULTURE There are at least 250 languages spoken in Nigeria and possibly more than 400. Music and art spring from strong tribal roots and are prevalent throughout …
WebThe history of the territories which since ca. 1900 have been known under the name of Nigeria during the pre-colonial period (16th to 18th centuries) was dominated by several …
WebThey date back as far as the 5th century BC, when communities living around the southern slopes of the Jos plateau make wonderfully expressive terracotta figures - in a tradition …
WebArtist Ben Enwonwu 1967-05-30 Republic of Biafra, a predominantly Igbo secessionist state in eastern Nigeria, is founded by Lt. Col. Odumegwu Ojukwu 1967-07-06 Nigerian Civil …
WebThe history of Nigeria can be traced back to as early as 11,000 BC when a number of ancient African communities inhabited the area that now makes Nigeria. The greatest and the well-known empire that ruled the region …
WebA History of Nigeria: Contents. Introduction 1. Early states and societies, 9,000 BCE-1500 CE 2. Slavery, state and society, c.1500-c. 1800 3. Political and economic …
WebLearn about the history of Nigeria from the ancient times to the present day, from the namesake of the river to the diverse cultures and empires. Explore the origins, …
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