Glamtush reports that Independence Day is the day when the nation got its final independence from British rule. The day in Nigeria is celebrated this year, today, Saturday, October 1.
Nigeria gained her independence from the British Government on October 1st, 1960. Federal Government began to mark the day as Independence Day since 1961. The Federal Government sets the day as a work-free day to celebrate Nigeria’s Independence.
Independence Day is celebrated every year to commemorate the sacrifice of those who fought bravely to bring freedom to their nation.
It is the most significant day in the history of any nation in the world. It is a time to show respect for every freedom fighter that have shed their blood for their country’s freedom.
This year, Nigeria clocks 62 and since the day falls on Saturday, the Federal Government has declared Monday, October 3 as a public holiday to celebrate the freedom fighters and their supreme contributions.
As Nigeria celebrates another year of Independence, here’s wishing every Nigerian a Happy Independence Day. I hope this Independence Day brings you happiness and hope!
To celebrate the spirit of this year’s Independence Day, here are some patriotic wishes, messages, and quotes that we have compiled for you.
Happy Independence Day to the patriots who continue to work relentlessly for this country and our nation.
Let’s keep the memories of all the people who sacrificed their lives for our country alive. I wish you a Happy Independence Day.
The struggles of our heroes for independence have not ended. We can contribute to our Quota by striving for the prosperity and betterment of this great country.
Have a blissful independence celebration.
The unity of Nigeria shouldn’t be split up for any reason. Cheers to our independence!
The most beautiful thing that we all can do for our nation is to keep it strong and united. Wishing you a very Happy Independence Day.
It’s time to do something for Nigeria if Nigeria has not done anything for you.
It’s time to make Nigeria stand on its feet again, to battle its enemies.
Not just for today, but forever.
Sending Independence Day wishes to all who love this country dearly and work for progress every day.
Let every patriot be honored;
Don’t let politics get in the way.
Without them, freedom would have died;
What they did, we can’t repay.
Happy Independence Day
No nation is perfect, It needs to be made perfect
Contribute towards the perfection of your country.
Happy Independence Day
Let’s preserve the memory of everyone who gave their lives to protect our nation. Wishing you a Happy Independence Day 2022!
Freedom does not come so easily. We are all indebted to our national heroes who made this country what it is today. As patriotic citizens, let’s put extra effort into performing our own civic responsibilities. Our diversity should not be seen as a weakness but as our greatest strength. It is only by working together that we can build a resilient and thriving nation. Happy Independence Day!
Thanks to those who shed their blood and left their comfort at home. Only to bring us freedom. Happy Independence Day to everyone.
Let’s celebrate freedom today, but mourn for those who had to leave to bring it. You’ll always be remembered in the heart of every citizen alive.
Independence does not come free; it demands a great cost. Today, let us honor all the great souls who had to pay for it. Happy Independence Day!
May the glory of this Independence Day be the inspiration for you to achieve greatness in life. May you find success and glory wherever you go. Happy Independence Day 2022!
Always remember the sacrifice of our national heroes who took made this country what it is today. United, we stand! Let us work hard and strive together as a united people to build an indivisible nation that is filled with peace, love, happiness, and prosperity.
Today is a day to feel proud of being a part of this great nation. May this spirit of freedom leads us all to success and glory in life. Happy Independence Day!
The labor of our past leaders should not be in vain. As we rejoice today, let’s remember them and pledge to always strive our hardest to uphold the freedom and unity they fought for. Have a wonderful Independence Day!
Nigeria has had a complicated colonial history. My work has examined that part of our story extensively. – Chinua Achebe
True independence and freedom can only exist in doing what’s right. – Brigham Young
We want to lead a country where people will be less greedy. Where people will know that the commonwealth of Nigeria belongs to all Nigerians, where people’s wealth depends on the people around you. If you become a rich person and everyone around you is poor you are very poor. – Goodluck Jonathan
The basis of a democratic state is liberty. – Aristotle
Those who deny freedom to others deserve it not for themselves. – Abraham Lincoln
Peace is normally a great good, and normally it coincides with righteousness, but it is righteousness and not peace that should bind the conscience of a nation as it should bind the conscience of an individual; and neither a nation nor an individual can surrender conscience to another’s keeping. – Theodore Roosevelt
Give me your blood and I will give you freedom! – Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.
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