Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti (1900–1978), born Frances Abigail Olufunmilayo Thomas, is celebrated as Nigeria’s first female political activist and the first woman in Nigeria to drive a…
Celebrating National Moon Day: A Giant Leap for Mankind
Today, July 20th, marks the annual celebration of National Moon Day, commemorating the remarkable achievement of the Apollo 11 mission and the first human landing…
Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Historical Memory
The atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945 stand as pivotal moments in history, marking the first and only use of nuclear weapons…
Khalid ibn al-Walid: The Sword of Allah and Master Strategist
Khalid ibn al-Walid, renowned as the Sword of Allah (Saifullah), stands as one of the most formidable military leaders in Islamic history. Born around 585…
Mount Uhud: A Historical and Spiritual Landmark
Mount Uhud, located north of Medina in the Hejazi region of Saudi Arabia, stands tall at 1,077 meters (3,533 feet) and stretches 7.5 kilometers (4.7…
Mount Patti: A Historical Landmark of Colonial Nigeria
Mount Patti, towering at 1,503 feet (458 meters) in Lokoja, Nigeria, is not only a natural wonder but also a significant historical site. It served…
Celebrating the Legacy of Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela International Day, celebrated annually on July 18th, is a global event that honors the life and legacy of one of the most influential…
APPLY: Salma Attah Foundation Launches ‘Kallabi Fellowship’ to Empower Northern Nigerian Women
In a move to achieve #TheNigeriaWeWant, Salma Attah Foundation for Women and Girls Support (SAFWGS) has unveiled the ‘Kallabi Fellowship’, an initiative aimed at empowering…
Libya: Embraced by Six Neighboring Nations
Libya, a country located in the heart of North Africa, is bordered by six nations: Tunisia, Algeria, Niger, Chad, Sudan, and Egypt. This vast and…
The Enduring Legacy of the Berbers
The Berbers, also known as the Amazigh (meaning “free people”), are the indigenous inhabitants of North Africa, with a history dating back over 20,000 years.…