The Federal Government has announced the cancellation of this year’s Independence Day parade, earlier scheduled to mark Nigeria’s 65th anniversary on Wednesday, October 1.
In a statement issued late on Monday by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations, the government said the decision does not in any way diminish the significance of the milestone.
“The cancellation is in no way a diminishment of the significance of this milestone anniversary, and the government remains committed to celebrating Nigeria’s 65th year of independence with dignity and enthusiasm,” the statement read.
Accordingly, all other programmes slated for the Independence Anniversary will remain in effect.
“The Federal Government appreciates the understanding, support and cooperation of all Nigerians, members of the diplomatic community, and invited guests, and urges Nigerians to support the reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, in making Nigeria a greater nation.”
Independence Anniversary parade is one of the activities lined up for the celebration tagged “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation.”
This comes after the government declared Wednesday as public holiday to mark the nation’s 65th independence anniversary.
“The Government deeply regrets any inconvenience caused by this cancellation.
