The Chronicles

The Nigerian Civil War, commonly known as the Biafran War, lasted from 1967 to 1970 and left an indelible mark on the nation’s history, resulting in the deaths of over a million people. The war emerged as a response to the perceived marginalization of the Igbo people, who felt excluded …

The first billionaire in Nigeria and West Africa was Sir Louis Phillip Odumegwu Ojukwu. He amassed wealth of $14 billion in present-day value from palm oil exportation before diversifying into transportation, textiles, and other ventures. He was also the founder of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) and played a pivotal …

Reminisce and experience of the rich tapestry of African culture at FESTAC ‘77, a monumental international festival held in Lagos, Nigeria, from January 15 to February 12, 1977. This grand event, officially known as the Second World Festival of Black and African Arts and Culture, celebrated the diverse and vibrant …

First China trained Female Train Driver, Fatima Abiola Isa Fatima Abiola Isa made history as Nigeria’s first female train driver, blazing a trail in a male-dominated field after undergoing rigorous training in China. Fatima Isa is one of the few Nigerians and the first female to be trained as a …