nigeria celebrates her Independence
Independence Day is an official national holiday in Nigeria, celebrated on the first of October. It marks Nigeria’s proclamation of independence from British rule on 1 October 1960.
The holiday is celebrated annually by the government of Nigeria. The festivities begin with the President’s address to the people, which is broadcast on radio and television.[5] There are also celebrations across all sectors in Nigeria, including the Nigerian Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the workforce, and national education services.
The holiday is celebrated annually by the government of Nigeria. The festivities begin with the President’s address to the people, which is broadcast on radio and television.[5] There are also celebrations across all sectors in Nigeria, including the Nigerian Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the workforce, and national education services.
For instance, the primary and secondary schools perform a ceremonial marchpast in various state capitals and local government areas where they are located.
[6] The streets are filled with celebrations as individuals and groups troupe to the streets wearing green-white-green.
Offices and markets are closed in Nigeria every 1st of October.
[6] The streets are filled with celebrations as individuals and groups troupe to the streets wearing green-white-green.
Offices and markets are closed in Nigeria every 1st of October.
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