Nigeria Daily

60 Years After: Why Sardauna, Ahmadu Bello And Co Are Still Fresh In The Memories Of Nigerians

Luqman Awwal Agono

Sixty years after his assassination, the name of Sir Ahmadu Bello, the Sardauna of Sokoto, still commands deep respect across Nigeria.

From education and governance to unity and institution-building, his generation of leaders laid foundations that continue to shape the country.

On Nigeria Daily, we examine why these forefathers remain unforgettable, hear from those who knew them personally, and ask what today’s leaders can learn from their legacy.