Day: October 21, 2024
Bola Ige History: Champion of Democracy and Justice in Nigeria’s Political Saga
The life and legacy of Hon. Bola Ige, a Nigerian political icon, lawyer, and advocate for democracy. Learn about his contributions, assassination, and legal reforms, his assassination mystery, and how he influenced Nigeria’s socio-political landscape. Early Life and Education Hon. James Ajibola Idowu Adegoke Ige, born on September 13, 1930, in Esa-Oke in Osun State, […]
Candido Da Rocha: Nigeria’s Trailblazing Millionaire from Ilesha
Candido Da Rocha, known as Nigeria’s first millionaire, was not only a prosperous businessman but also a notable figure with a compelling backstory as a slave returnee from Brazil. Born in the Bahia region to Joao Esan da Rocha, who was captured as a slave at the age of ten, and Angelica Josephina da Rocha, […]