President Bola Tinubu and Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lagos State governor, on Sunday led tributes to Herbert Heelas Macaulay, widely regarded as the father of Nigerian nationalism, urging Nigerians to draw inspiration from his legacy of patriotism, justice and nation-building.
The call was made in Lagos during an event marking the 80th anniversary of Macaulay’s death, where political leaders, scholars, members of the Macaulay family and other dignitaries reflected on the enduring relevance of the nationalist’s contributions to Nigeria’s political evolution.
Representing Tinubu, Folasade Ogunsola, the vice-chancellor of the University of Lagos, described Macaulay as “a visionary leader, an uncompromising patriot and a fearless advocate for justice and self-determination.”
She said Macaulay’s courage, sacrifice and service laid the foundation for the nationalist movement that eventually culminated in Nigeria’s independence.
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