Nigeria - One Country, 16 Leaders Since Independence Nigeria
Nigeria has faced challenges such as political instability, insecurity, and economic issues throughout its history.Premium Times, 8 June 2023
Since gaining independence in 1960, Nigeria has had its own fair shares of turbulence and bliss. On 29 May, Africa's largest economy inaugurated its 16th head of state .
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