History

History

Aug
13
2024
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By Ahmed Ture
Aliko And The Enduring Legacy of Alhassan Dantata: A Pioneer in Trade and Commerce

Aliko And The Enduring Legacy of Alhassan Dantata: A Pioneer in Trade and Commerce

Africa, History
In the 1940s, Alhassan Dantata stood tall as the wealthiest person in West Africa, thanks to his visionary approach to trade and commerce. His innovative spirit led to the creation of the iconic Kano Groundnut Pyramids, each boasting 15,000 filled bags. But Dantata's impact went beyond his business ventures. He was also a trailblazer in banking, opening an account with the British Bank of West Africa (now First Bank Nigeria) in 1929 with an astonishing 20 camel-loads of silver coins in Kano, Nigeria. Today, Dantata's legacy continues to inspire through his great-grandson, Aliko Dangote, the world's richest black person. The…
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Aug
06
2024
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By Ahmed Ture
HISTORICAL FLASHBACK: Dick Tiger: Boxing Legend and War Hero

HISTORICAL FLASHBACK: Dick Tiger: Boxing Legend and War Hero

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August 14, 1929 - December 14, 1971 In a remarkable life that spanned over four decades, Nigerian professional boxer Dick Tiger left an indelible mark on the world of sports and beyond. Born Richard Ihetu on August 14, 1929, Tiger's achievements in the ring and on the battlefield cemented his place in history. A Boxing Pioneer Tiger's boxing career was nothing short of phenomenal. He became the first African to be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1991, a testament to his remarkable skills and achievements in the sport. War Hero But Tiger's bravery and prowess extended…
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Mar
31
2024
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By Abdulrahman
The Untold Story of Osisi-Kankwu:  Igbo land’s most notorious kidnapper.

The Untold Story of Osisi-Kankwu:  Igbo land’s most notorious kidnapper.

Breaking, Featured, History, Nigeria, , ,
There are kidnappers but the story of Obiọma Nwankwo, popularly known as Osisikankwu will always remain indelible in the history of kidnapping in Nigeria. His was a story of an obdurate fellow who recruited more than 3000 men into the nefarious job of kidnapping that terrorised the whole of Abia State especially Aba and environs, even down to Obigbo in Rivers State. If you had lived in Aba circa 2007- 2010, you would understand definitely what I am saying. It got so terrible that at a point that people living across Ariaria junction of Aba was sacked as the kidnappings…
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Sep
02
2023
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By Ahmed Ture
Okokon Ndem – Minister of Information for the distressed Nation (Biafra)

Okokon Ndem – Minister of Information for the distressed Nation (Biafra)

Africa, Breaking, Featured, History, , ,
(Remembering Okokon Ndem and other hardcore Biafrans who were not from the South East.) Meet Otobong Ndem Who is said to have completed a Higher National Diploma (HND) before secondary school before Federal Radio Cooperation (FRCN) took over the former Radio Biafra? The words of Okokon Ndem come in handy here as we Igbos continue the fight against injustice. We all abhor a system that marginalizes individuals and groups. It is also true that while we cry for equity, there must be a touch of wisdom and diplomacy. With awareness created, bridges should be built and walls destroyed. Okokon Ndem…
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Jul
26
2023
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By Ahmed Ture
How Igbos Conducted Brain Surgery Centuries Ago.

How Igbos Conducted Brain Surgery Centuries Ago.

Breaking, Culture, History, ,
Ancient Igbos used to conduct brain surgery centuries ago, my late uncle had one when he was a kid. It was done by a local native doctor. The patient will be given lots alcohol, then pinned down by people and the surgeon will split their skull and remove the tumor from the brain. Then cover the gape with herbs and bind the skull together with ropes made from palm fronds. Patient heals over some weeks.There are still videos on youtube about some other native African tribes conducting these surgeries successfully. This only means that the knowledge for this type of…
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