History

History of Plateau State

History has it that the colonial manipulators were motivated by a desire to safeguard the building of the railway and ensure the secure delivery of mined tin to the coast.

TODAY IN HISTORY: Founder Of 'Nigeria Women's Party' Dies + George Bush Announces Iraq Invasion

Feminist and founder of 'Nigeria Women's Party', Oyinkansola Abayomi dies in Lagos On this date, 19th of March in 1990, Nigerian nationalist and feminist, Iyaloye Oyinkansola Abayomi who was born on 6th of March in 1897 died in Lagos, Nigeria. Oyinkansola

TODAY IN HISTORY: US Declared War On Spain Over Cuba

On April 25, 1898, the United States declared war on Spain leading to a major battle between the two strong countries. However, the US added the Teller Amendment where it pledged not to establish dominion over Cuba. Two days later, Commodore George Dewey left

TODAY IN HISTORY: American Revolution Began - Jews Attacked Nazi Forces

American Revolution Began On April 19, 1775, 700 British troops marched into Lexington at 5 a.m., aiming to capture Patriot leaders and seize an arsenal. They confronted 77 minutemen under Captain John Parker. British Major John Pitcairn ordered the outnumbered

History of the Ibibio People

The first-ever Ibibio Bible translation was delivered at Ibom Hall in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom, on August 27, 2020, making history.

Today in History: How Kwame Nkrumah died in Bucharest in 1972

On April 27, 1972, exactly 52 years ago, Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana's first president, who led the Big Six to gain independence for the nation, died in Bucharest. He, the pan-Africanist, played a pivotal role in the formation and development of the African Union

TODAY IN HISTORY: Thousands Of People Slaughtered During Rwandan Genocide - Hitler Conceded Defeat

Hitler Conceded Defeat April 22, 1945, marked a crucial moment in history as Adolf Hitler faced the harsh reality of defeat.

TODAY IN HISTORY: Thousands of Cuban Exiles Invaded Bay of Pigs to Overthrow Fidel Castro

Many people remember today, April 17 as the day more than a thousand Cuban exiles tried to force out the government in power in their country. That is what has come to be known as the Bay of Pigs invasion. That invasion occurred on April 17, 1961, when a group

Most Notorious Men In Nigeria History (Photos)

Nigeria, like any other country, has had its fair share of notorious men throughout history.

10 Most Dramatic Matches in Football History

In this article, we will take a look at 10 of the most dramatic matches in football history. 1. The Miracle of Istanbul - AC Milan vs.

TODAY IN HISTORY: Strange Disease Outbreak Killed Many Nigerians in 24 Hours - Big Earthquake Hit US

Strange Disease Outbreak Killed Many Nigerians In 24 Hours On April 18, 2015, reports emerged that an unidentified disease claimed the lives of at least 18 people within 24 hours in Southwestern Nigeria. The outbreak originated in the town of Ode-Irele in

TODAY IN HISTORY: Osama Bin Laden Killed By US Forces- Mandela Wins SA's First Democratic Elections

The South African election of 1994 was the first fully democratic election in the country's history. It was the first time that people of all races could vote in a national election.

TODAY IN HISTORY: Libyan Dictator, Gaddafi Appeared On TV To End Rumour That He Was Dead

On April 16, 1986, Muammar Gaddafi appeared on TV to dispel the rumor that he was dead. His appearance on TV further left many confused, even as it heightened the seemingly mysterious nature surrounding Gaddafi's personality. His appearance on TV was after

History of the Warri Kingdom

In this piece, Torizone explores the history and culture of the kingdom of Warri.

History of the Tiv People

History has it that they occupied the riverbanks in about the same way in 1879 as they did in 1950.

See The First Man to Buy a Car in Nigeria: A Historic Milestone

In the case of Nigeria, the first man to buy a car holds a significant place in history. His name was Herbert Macaulay.

TODAY IN HISTORY: Vikings Murdered The King Of Ireland - Shakespeare Born And Died On The Same Date

Vikings Murdered the King of Ireland On this day in 1014, Brian Boru, the esteemed High King of Ireland, met his sad end at the hands of retreating Norsemen shortly after his Irish forces secured victory over them. Brian, who was a clan Prince, took over the

TODAY IN HISTORY: Mike Tyson Bags 10 Year Sentence- Over 80 Die In Kaduna Tanker Fire

Star boxer Mike Tyson convicted of rape March 26, 1992: An Indianapolis judge sentenced the former heavyweight world champion to six years in prison and four years of probation for raping a Miss Black America contestant. (Tyson ended up serving three years