Aba Women's Riot of 1929
This is an interesting history portraying the resilience, tenacity, and strength of Nigerian women. Thousands of Igbo women in South-Eastern Nigeria organised a massive revolt against the British administrators. The riot emanated when the first colonial governor Lord Lugard announced plans to impose special taxes on Igbo market women after having instituted an indirect rule in Southern Nigeria. These women from the provinces of Calabar and Owerri Aba in 1929 led a 2-month riot as a result of obnoxious and unfavourable tax policies proposed by the British colonial masters.
Kindly consider following the blog for updates and also watch the full video through the link below and remember to SUBSCRIBE to our You Tube channel.
No comments:
Post a Comment