Today, Nigeria is celebrated as a "creative hub," home to , the world's second-largest film industry. Stories From Nigeria
Nigeria's past is rooted in powerful pre-colonial states like the , the Oyo Empire , and the Aro Confederacy . Nigeria
: British control began in Lagos in 1861, with the entire region unified as the Colony and Protectorate of Nigeria in 1914. Nigeria gained independence on October 1, 1960 , led by national heroes like Nnamdi Azikiwe and Sir Ahmadu Bello . Culture & Modern Identity Today, Nigeria is celebrated as a "creative hub,"