oct 1, 1960 - Nigeria’s Independence (October 1, 1960 CE)

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Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, gained independence from Britain on October 1, 1960. Nnamdi Azikiwe, a prominent nationalist and intellectual, played a key role in the peaceful transition to self-rule. He became Nigeria’s first President in 1963. Azikiwe’s leadership emphasized education, unity, and democratic governance, setting a precedent for post-colonial leadership in West Africa.

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