Q. Who was the leader of the Nigerian independence movement?

The Nigerian independence movement had several key leaders, but some of the most notable figures include Herbert Macaulay, Nnamdi Azikiwe, and Obafemi Awolowo. However, Nnamdi Azikiwe is often regarded as the central figure in the fight for Nigeria’s independence. He was a prominent politician and the first President of Nigeria, serving from 1963 to 1966. Azikiwe played a crucial role in negotiating Nigeria’s independence from British colonial rule, which was finally achieved on October 1, 1960.