A Call to Destroy All Historic and Heritage Sites in Nigeria — Because Who Needs History Anyway?

Ikom Monoliths

This morning, as I was scrolling through the streets of Instagram, I stumbled upon the news that the Cross River State Government had demolished the historic monolith.

Interestingly, I had always wished the Cross River State Government would destroy the historic monolith — even though to be honest, I had never heard of the before. Nevertheless, I welcomed the news with great joy, only to realize that the event had occurred a few months ago.

With that in mind, I am now calling on the governments of all 36 states in Nigeria, as well as the FCT, to follow suit and demolish all their historic and heritage sites. When we are done with this great task, Nigeria will become great again.

To help, I’ve prepared a short list here. Feel free to read, update the list, and share it with your respective state governments.

1. Abia State

• National War Museum (Umuahia) — Relics of the Nigerian Civil War.

2. Adamawa State

• Sukur Cultural Landscape — Site featuring terraced fields and traditional villages.
• Mandara Mountains — Scenic and culturally significant.

3. Akwa Ibom State

• Ibeno Beach — The longest sand beach in West Africa.

4. Anambra State

• Ogbunike Caves — A network of sacred caves.
• Nri Kingdom Relics — The ancient Nri Kingdom is central to Igbo history.

5. Bauchi State

• Yankari National Park — Contains ancient rock paintings and historical wells.
• Tunga Dutse — Site of ancient inscriptions in the Sabean language.

6. Bayelsa State

• Oloibiri Oil Well — First commercial oil well in Nigeria, marking the start of the oil industry.
• Akassa Slave Transit Camp — A major site during the transatlantic slave trade.

7. Benue State

• Montane Games Reserve — Known for rock paintings and ancient human settlements.
• Ikyogen Hills — Important to Tiv mythology and culture.

8. Borno State

• Rabeh’s Fort (Dikwa) — Site of a 19th-century sultanate.
• Lake Chad — Historically significant as a trade route and sustainer of civilizations.

9. Cross River State

• Obudu Mountain Resort — Known for its scenic beauty and temperate climate.
• Agbokim Waterfalls — A beautiful historical site surrounded by lush rainforest.

10. Delta State

• Nana Living History Museum (Koko) — Dedicated to Chief Nana Olomu, a merchant and diplomat.

11. Ebonyi State

• Amanchukwu Sacred Lake
• Slave Trade Route (Ezza North) — Linked to the slave trade in pre-colonial Nigeria.

12. Edo State

• Benin City Walls and Moats — Ancient defensive structures of the Benin Kingdom.
• Oba of Benin Palace — Royal residence and cultural epicenter of Benin history.

13. Ekiti State

• Ikogosi Warm Springs — A rare warm and cold spring meeting point.
• Olosunta Rock — Sacred to the people of Ikere Ekiti.

14. Enugu State

• Ngwo Pine Forest and Cave

15. Gombe State

• Tangale Hill — A site with ancient settlements and panoramic views.
• Bima Hill — Features ancient rock paintings.

16. Imo State

• Oguta Lake — Sacred and historically significant to the Oguta people.
• Mbari Cultural Centre — Houses traditional artworks and sculptures.

17. Jigawa State

• Birnin Kudu Rock Paintings — Ancient rock art attributed to early settlers.
• Dutse Dye Pits — Historically significant for traditional dyeing techniques.

18. Kaduna State

• Kajuru Castle — A medieval-style castle and tourist attraction.

19. Kano State

• Kano City Walls — Built in the 11th century as a defence system.
• Dala Hill — Where the ancient Kano Kingdom began.

20. Katsina State

• Kusugu Well — Site linked to the legend of Queen Amina.

21. Kebbi State

• Kanta Museum (Argungu) — Dedicated to the history of the Kebbi Kingdom.
• Argungu Fishing Festival

22. Kogi State (These two should not be touched)

• Mount Patti — Home to Flora Lugard’s writings and panoramic views.
• Lord Lugard’s House (Lokoja) — Colonial administrative headquarters.

23. Kwara State

• Esie Museum — Houses the largest collection of soapstone figures in Africa.
• Imoleboja Rock Shelter — A site of ancient refuge.

24. Lagos State

• Badagry Slave Route — A major site in the transatlantic slave trade.
• National Museum (Onikan) — Houses significant artifacts like Nok terracotta.

25. Nasarawa State

• Farin Ruwa Falls — One of the tallest waterfalls in Africa.
• Eggon Hills — Historically important to the Eggon people.

26. Niger State

• Zuma Rock — A natural monolith considered sacred.
• Gurara Waterfalls — A scenic and historic natural attraction.

27. Ogun State

• Olumo Rock — A refuge during wars for the Egba people.
• Adire Market (Abeokuta) — Historic centre for indigo dyeing.

28. Ondo State

• Idanre Hills — Known for its cultural and historical significance.
• Owo Museum of Antiquities — Houses relics of Yoruba and Benin cultures.

29. Osun State

• Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove
• Ile-Ife Monuments — Relics and sculptures from Yoruba mythology.

30. Oyo State

• Agodi Gardens — Historic recreational site in Ibadan.

31. Plateau State

• Jos Museum — One of Nigeria’s oldest museums.
• Shere Hills

32. Rivers State

• Isaac Boro Garden — A historic site dedicated to the Niger Delta hero.
• Slave Ports (Bonny and Opobo) — Important in the transatlantic slave trade.

33. Sokoto State

• Sokoto Caliphate Headquarters
• Gawon Nama Palace — Residence of the Sultan of Sokoto.

34. Taraba State

• Mambilla Plateau — Known for its ancient settlements and unique culture.
• Gashaka-Gumti National Park — Contains historical ruins and biodiversity.

35. Yobe State

• Birnin Ngazargamu — Ancient capital of the Kanem-Bornu Empire.
• Dufuna Canoe — One of the oldest known canoes in Africa.

36. Zamfara State

• Kuyambana Game Reserve — Home to ruins of ancient settlements.
• Bakolori Dam — Historically important in the region’s development.

37. Federal Capital Territory (FCT)

• Aso Rock — A major national symbol.
• Millennium Park — Represents Nigeria’s modern history and unity.