History of The ANGLO-AFRICAN: Second Newspaper in Nigeria (1863-1865) August 25, 2025, 2:35 am The history of print journalism in Nigeria is both rich and fascinating, tracing its roots back to the mid-19th century. After the appearance of Iwe Irohin, established in 1859 by Reverend Henry Townsend, another pioneering publication soon followed The Anglo-African. Published between 1863 and 1865, this newspaper earned its place as the second newspaper in Nigeria and contributed significantly to the early growth of media and intellectual life in the countr…CONTINUE FULL READING>>>> See more Previous article The Lagos Observer: The Pioneering Voice of 19th-Century Nigerian Journalism Next article Legendary Nigerian Football Icons: The 7 Greatest of All Time Since 1945