THINGS REMEMBERED: Aba Women’s Riot: When Women Rose Against British Oppressive Tax Regime

In late 1929, the Aba Women’s Riot emerged as a significant uprising in southeastern Nigeria, characterized by the active participation of thousands of women protesting against the oppressive tax policies imposed by British colonial authorities. This movement was notable for being predominantly led by women, who expressed their dissatisfaction with the colonial tax regime that they deemed unjust. The riot is recognized as one of the most intense forms of resistance against colonial rule in Nigeria, highlighting the pivotal role of women in the struggle for justice and autonomy during this period. The events of the Aba Women’s Riot have since been commemorated as a critical moment in Nigeria's history of resistance against colonial oppression.

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