Filling a gap, this study presents a comprehensive history of Nigeria's diverse peoples. The first two chapters provide a geographical and archaeological background. The main body of the work is divided into three sections: Nigeria Before 1800; Nigeria in the 19th century: and Nigeria in the 20th century. Contributors cover a multitude of different issues andregions such as the Benin Kingdom, the trans-atlantic slave trade, nationalist movements, and Borno in the 19th century.
A true groundwork of Nigerian history. Reading this book made me realise that so much has happened in my country of which I and many like me are ignorant of; it has encouraged me to read further and be more informed on events and issues that continue to plague my nation. Kudos to all the historians who contributed to this ambitious project; I can only hope further projects like it are embarked upon in the future.