Tag: INDEPENDENCE DAY
8 notable events in Nigerian sports before independence
Nigerian sports was largely controlled by the British prior to independence on October 1st, 1960.
Because of this, it was almost impossible for the country's...
7 Super Eagles stars who remembered Nigeria’s Independence
Super Eagles skipper, Mikel Obi, on Saturday led some of his national teammates in paying tribute to Nigeria for the country's 56th Independence Day celebration.
His...
Cossy Orjiakor and breasts party for Nigeria’s Independence
Controversial actress, Cossy Orjiakor, was her usual wild self on Saturday as she partied with a fan she identified as Mr 2 to celebrate...
The last time Nigerians felt like this was under Abacha –...
The various reactions on Independence Day yesterday can only compel us to ask one question: what does Nigeria mean to you or me? I...
Adewale Ayuba prays for Nigeria at 56
As Nigeria celebrates her Independence Day, popular Fuji music artiste, Adewale Ayuba, has released a new song to wish the country well at 56.
He...
Independence: Buhari will steer Nigeria to greatness – Tambuwal
Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has said despite present economic challenges, Nigeria would attain greatness with President Muhammadu Buhari at the helm of affairs.
"The...
FG declares Monday public holiday
The Federal Government has declared Monday, October 3, 2016 as public holiday to mark Nigeria’s 56th Independence Anniversary.
Honourable Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau, while...
7 fantastic Lagos events this long Independence Day weekend
Nigeria is celebrating 56 years of freedom from British rule on Saturday, October 1. Of course, it will be a public holiday in the...
2face releases National Anthem to celebrate Nigeria at 55
By Bisola Bello
Pop star, 2face Idibia, has released a new single titled ‘National Anthem’ to celebrate Nigeria’s 55th Independence Anniversary.
'National Anthem' was produced by...
Independence Anniversary: 10 remarkable songs about Nigeria
By Bisola Bello
As Nigeria celebrates 55 years of Independence, qed.ng takes a look at some of the songs that have told the country’s story...