Oct 01, 2024
Nigeria Independence Day 2024
This Doodle’s Key Themes
Today’s Doodle celebrates Nigeria’s Independence Day. On this day in 1960, the country became a sovereign republic and achieved independence from Great Britain.
To celebrate 64 years of independence, festivities begin with a presidential speech broadcast nationwide.. Across the country, parades bring joy and color to the streets. School children wear the national colors of green and white and march proudly in local processions. Likewise, in Abuja, the civil-military parades around Eagle Square, showcasing marching bands and breathtaking aerial flyovers.
Many Nigerians also celebrate their shared heritage and the nation’s cultural diversity by wearing outfits from various cultures or by sharing a meal of suya (spicy beef skewer) or jollof rice. To end the night, people gather to watch fireworks light up the sky.
Happy Independence Day, Nigeria!
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