How did Nigeria get Independence?

Question

Did they just get independence? of did they have to fight for it? It they did, was there any person who led rebelion?

Answer 1

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/africa/country_profiles/1064557.stm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Nigeria#A_British_Sphere_of_Influence

Following World War II, in response to the growth of Nigerian nationalism and demands for independence, successive constitutions legislated by the British Government moved Nigeria toward self-government on a representative and increasingly federal basis. By middle of the 20th century, when the great wave for independence was sweeping across Africa, the Igbos were generally regarded as more Westernized than other ethnic groups.



Jaja Wachuku, First Nigerian Speaker of the House: 1959 - 1960. Nigeria was granted full independence in October 1960 under a constitution that provided for a parliamentary government and a substantial measure of self-government for the country's three regions. From 1959 to 1960, Jaja Wachuku was the First black Speaker of the Nigerian Parliament - also called House of Representatives. Wachuku replaced Sir Frederick Metcalfe of Great Britain. Notably, as First Speaker of the House, Jaja Wachuku received Nigeria's Instrument of Independence - also known as Freedom Charter, on October 1, 1960 from Princess Alexandra of Kent - HM The Queen of United Kingdom's representative at the Nigerian Independence ceremonies.

Answer 2

When Did Nigeria Got Independent

Answer 3

Nigeria regained her independence from British colonial rule 46 years ago on October 1st 1960 and since then have seen a bitter past of; Coup d’ tats , massive corruptions, secessionist attempts, disgraceful and unlawful extra-judicial murders before eventually, a democracy which only just conducted a successful civilian to civilian transition. Unfortunately, even though the country has come a long way since independence, a lot still needs to be done.