Nigeria gained independence from British colonial rule on October 1, 1960. The journey to independence was led by nationalist leaders like Nnamdi Azikiwe, Obafemi Awolowo, and Anthony Enahoro. They fought for self-governance and an end to colonialism through peaceful means. The country became a federation with three regions: Northern, Western, and Eastern. Nigeria's first prime minister was Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, and Nnamdi Azikiwe became the country's first president. The independence movement was a significant milestone in Nigerian history, marking the beginning of the country's journey as a sovereign nation.
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