Long before African history was taught in schools, one man took it upon himself to preserve the legacy of the Yoruba people. Samuel Johnson — not...
“There’s no doubt mankind serves the same god in different ways. But the most recognized and populous religions are Islam and Christianity, in the case of...
Lieutenant Colonel Francis Adekunle Fajuyi holds a revered place in Nigerian history as a military officer whose legacy is marked by loyalty, selflessness, and heroism. As...
Ilorin, a city now known as the capital of Kwara State in Nigeria, has a complex and significant history that reflects the broader political struggles of...
It is a moment of deep sorrow for popular Nollywood actor Odunlade Adekola, who has announced the passing of his father, Pastor N.A. Adekola. The renowned...
Located in the northwestern part of Oyo State, Nigeria, is one of the most historically significant towns in Yorubaland. Known for its elevated terrain, agricultural prominence,...
The transatlantic slave trade scattered millions of Africans across the Americas, many of whom carried their cultural and religious heritage with them into bondage. Among these...
In September 1984, Nigerian music legend Fela Kuti found himself in a familiar position: under arrest. Sent to England to study medicine decades before, Kuti had...
In some parts of Nigeria, there are twin towns that share common ancestry, history, language/dialect and culture. Examples of such towns abound in Yorubaland include but...
In January 1983, over a million West African migrants—mostly Ghanaians—were expelled from Nigeria in a mass deportation order that came to be remembered by three bitter...
