Centered around three of the dominant themes of Nigeria's post-colonial narrative - ethnicity, democracy and governance, this is an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the history and events that have shaped these three areas.
Introduces the history, languages, geography, weather, and culture of Nigeria.
Nigeria: The First 25 Years
The eminent African novelist and critic, here addresses Nigeria's problems, aiming to challenge the resignation of Nigerians and inspire them to reject old habits which inhibit Nigeria from becoming a...
It will be in order to expatiate on the expected ideals that underlay the struggle for Nigerian independence. Upon independence, Nigerians expected from their leaders the ideals of dedicated and accountable leadership, ...
Nkrumah was strongly influenced by Jamaica-born, longtime US resident Marcus Garvey, the founder of the Universal Negro Improvement Association and organizer of the American “back to Africa” movement. Garvey founded a shipping company, ...
Because of the intrinsic nature of their life, they delve into so many things to satisfy their yearnings, desires and wishes. What the reader finds in this book is the Story of Nigeria. A story of hope amidst great tears.
The book describes Nigeria's problems including oil, corruption, and dictatorship, but also provides a way for Nigeria to recover and become a leading democratic state.
Joanne Bubolz Eicher . In : Changing rural social systems : adaptation and survival . Edited by Nan E. Johnson , Ching - li Wang . East Lansing , Michigan : Michigan State University Press , 1997 , p . 223-44 . Eicher examines changes ...
As Nigeria celebrates five decades of independence, this is a timely and personal look at a captivating country that has yet to achieve its great potential.