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In which year was the first railway line in Nigeria constructed?
In which year was the first railway line in Nigeria constructed?
When was the National council of Nigeria and Cameroun (NCNC) formed?
When was the National council of Nigeria and Cameroun (NCNC) formed?
Who founded the Nigerian National Democratic Party (NNDP)?
Who founded the Nigerian National Democratic Party (NNDP)?
When was the Aba Women riot?
When was the Aba Women riot?
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In what year was Nigeria amalgamated?
In what year was Nigeria amalgamated?
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Who became the first Governor General of Nigeria after gaining independence?
Who became the first Governor General of Nigeria after gaining independence?
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When did Nigeria change to right hand drive?
When did Nigeria change to right hand drive?
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Who led the Nigerian Civil War which started in 1967?
Who led the Nigerian Civil War which started in 1967?
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When was the National Youth Service Corps (N.Y.S.C) introduced in Nigeria?
When was the National Youth Service Corps (N.Y.S.C) introduced in Nigeria?
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When was the Economic Community of West African States (E.C.O.W.A.S) set up?
When was the Economic Community of West African States (E.C.O.W.A.S) set up?
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Study Notes
Early Nigerian History
- The first railway line in Nigeria was constructed in 1896.
Founding of Political Parties
- The National council of Nigeria and Cameroun (NCNC) was formed in 1944.
- The Nigerian National Democratic Party (NNDP) was founded by Herbert Macaulay.
Major Events
- The Aba Women riot took place in 1929.
- Nigeria was amalgamated in 1914.
Independence and Governance
- Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe became the first Governor General of Nigeria after gaining independence in 1960.
Transportation
- Nigeria changed to right-hand drive in 1972.
Conflict and War
- The Nigerian Civil War, led by Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, started in 1967.
National Service
- The National Youth Service Corps (N.Y.S.C) was introduced in Nigeria in 1973.
Regional Cooperation
- The Economic Community of West African States (E.C.O.W.A.S) was set up in 1975.
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Test your knowledge of important historical dates leading up to Nigeria's independence by matching events with their corresponding years.
