Tribalism, Identity Politics, and Biafra: Nigeria's Civil War

History Untold

What is tribalism? Why is it difficult to define a singular national identity in Nigeria? What led to the creation of a new nation, Biafra, during Nigeria's Civil War? Before colonization by the British, Nigeria as we know it today did not exist. Three major ethnic groups resided in the land we now know as Nigeria: the Igbo, Hausa, and Yoruba peoples. This episode delves into the repercussions of forcing different ethnic groups into one nation, untangling the history of Nigeria's hard worn path to unity. Rachael Afolabi joins History Untold for a deep dive into tribalism and identity politics in Nigeria. Rachael is a technology specialist, entrepreneur and world-traveller, and is actively engaged in economic development initiatives Nigeria and the United States.