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The Republic
The Republic
The Republic is a narrative podcast series exploring pivotal Nigerian and broader African historical events and figures. In the second season, host Wale Lawal traces the life and legacy of writer and activist, Ken Saro-Wiwa. For much of the 90s, Saro-Wiwa led a non-violent movement against oil pollution in the Niger Delta’s Ogoniland. The Nigerian government, however, responded by arresting and later executing Saro-Wiwa and 8 other activists. How did this incident reshape Nigeria’s trajectory?
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4.9 stars from 60 ratings
Thoroughly enjoyed this!
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“As an avid fan of Nigerian politics and history, this show was an amazing discovery. Brilliantly executed and I was captivated from the first episode. Kudos to the entire team!”
EFA78 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/15/24
Just WOW!!
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“I am very impressed! My sincere gratitude to the producers and associates working at The Republic. Listening to all the episodes, I felt, smelt and witnessed all of the events as they transpired. I love history, I listen to Slate podcast where historic American events are being dissected and I...”Read full review »
Osi 2124 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/24
The best Nigerian history podcast
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“I know how hard it is to compile Nigerian history. Well done I love your podcast. It was actually Ai that recommended it to me”
Wemmy💗🔥 via Apple Podcasts ·
Nigeria ·
04/12/24
Recent Episodes
African history is not yet mainstream and we're on a mission to change this. The Republic is a miniseries covering key events and figures in African history. Our second season focuses on the life and legacy of Ken Saro-Wiwa, a writer and one of nine non-violent Ogoni activists the General Sani...
Published 10/10/24
Published 10/10/24
IBB had just stepped down from the presidential seat and handed the responsibility over to the technocrat, Ernest Shonekan. Despite being unpopular (at least compared to MKO Abiola), Shonekan promised to serve Nigeria with all his heart and to be faithful, loyal and honest. Unfortunately for him,...
Published 11/26/23
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