“…The various communities which make up present day Nigeria came under the colonial rule of the British in various stages during the second half of the 19th century and the first decade of the 20th century. Britain used the policy of indirect rule through local leaders, i.e the chiefs and kings.
As may be expected, Nigerians were not slow to engage in the struggle for independence. Among the key instigators were Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, Herbert Macaulay, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, Alhaji Abubakar Tafawa Balewa and Alhaji Ahmadu Bello amongst others...” Dr. Justin C. Ajufo
“…Nigeria is a young entity in the comity of nations and yet in her 51 years, she has made significant strides in making her presence felt all over the world. Our diplomatic and peacekeeping efforts, in various parts of the continent, have helped to end conflict and avert crises. In sustaining global security, our intervention has been crucial to peace, progress and democracy for the citizens of the affected countries…” The Nigerian President, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan