IMPORTANT DATES IN NIGERIAN HISTORY
Nigeria’s history is filled with important events that shaped the country we know today. Here are some key dates every student and history lover should know:
1914 – The Northern and Southern Protectorates were amalgamated by the British colonial administration, forming the territory that became known as Nigeria.
1922 – The Clifford Constitution introduced a limited elective principle, allowing some Nigerians to participate in the legislative process.
1946 – The Richards Constitution introduced a regional structure and increased Nigerian participation in government.
1954 – The Lyttleton Constitution established a federal system of government, giving the regions greater autonomy.
1960 – Nigeria gained independence from Britain on October 1, 1960.