Ada Priscilla Nzimiro: The First Igbo Woman Doctor

Ada Priscilla Nzimiro Ada Priscilla Nzi (April 30, 1923 – March 22, 1951) was a groundbreaking figure in Nigerian history. She is the first Igbo woman to practice modern medicine in Eastern Nigeria. Her life was filled with remarkable achievements, great potential, and tragic early death, leaving a lasting impact that continues to inspire…

ByIdenze EzemeJanuary 12, 20250Comments

Historical Studies

Understanding Lagos’ Dominance and the Future of Nigeria’s Major Cities

Amid the trending Eastside-Westside rap discussions, one thing remains misunderstood: the role Lagos has played in the progress of the Yoruba people. Many Nigerians fail to grasp how Lagos has shaped popular culture and dominated the Nigerian narrative. Let me break it down. Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub, is the epicenter of almost every cultural trend in…

ByChuka OdikeJanuary 10, 20250Comments

Cultural Heritage Historical Studies

Michael Okpara: A Legacy of Leadership and His Remembrance Day

Introduction Michael Iheonukara Okpara (1920–1984) was a visionary Nigerian statesman, medical doctor and nationalist leader who significantly influenced Nigeria’s political and economic landscape, particularly as the Premier of Eastern Nigeria (1959–1966). Known for his focus on agricultural development, industrialization and education, Okpara’s leadership continues to serve as a model for self-reliance and economic transformation in…

ByChuka OdikeDecember 17, 20240Comments

Anthropology and Ethnography

PORT-HARCOURT: Between the Diobu-Ikwerre and the Okrika

The Diobu were originally linked to the Okrikans by trade and intermarriage and the anglicization of both Okrika abc and Diobu furthered the bond between the two communities. As a result of the Anglican Church's earlier penetration into the Ijaw country, Ijaw missionaries and educators (some of Okrikan origin) became the Diobu's first ministers and teachers. The…

ByAkachukwu VitalisNovember 8, 20240Comments