The Facts

This episode is all about the empires and protectorates in Nigeria pre-independence. We dissected the different empires, from formation to crashing. We also spoke extensively about the formation of protectorates, we asked some questions and drew some conclusions.

NB: if you notice any misinformation, it was a mistake. We ensure to carry out extensive research before any episode but due to lack of proper documentation of our history, we tend to miss some things or make the wrong attributions.

Known as the mother of modern African literature. Flora Nwapa was a Nigerian writer, she was the first African woman to internationally publish a novel in English. In this final episode of the women's month, we discussed her life as an educator and an activist.

Chief Mrs Margaret Ekpo was a pioneering female politician in the Eastern region of Nigeria. In this episode we discussed her life as a founder of an educational institute, a woman with huge influence that translated into political pressure group.

Chief Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was the first Nigerian female politician and activist. She was popularly known as the first Nigerian woman to drive a car. In this episode we discussed her life as the Lioness of Lisabi, a passionate politician and relentless activisit.

Hajiya Gambo Sawaba was a politician and activist in pre and post independence Northern Nigeria. In this maiden edition, we discussed the life she lived as the most jailed female politician in Nigeria.