Abstract
The importance of music as a unifying factor in Nigeria's Amalgamation of the Northern and the Southern protectorates for the past 111 years cannot be overemphasized. However, much of its impact has not been felt due to its past neglect as an agent of change, integration, solidarity, and transformation. Thus, the past 111 years of Nigeria’s amalgamation have witnessed numerous ups and downs, as well as political upheavals, due to the challenges of integration. The paper identified these challenges, which include political power tussle (between the federating units), cultural differences, tribal sentiment, religious intolerance, and ideological differences, amongst others. In this regard, the paper recommends: the use of music as a medium of unity and conflict resolution, the use of satirical songs, music festivals, religious music (in churches, mosques, and traditional settings) for moral instructions, etc,. as the way forward toward peaceful co-existence and further integration.