Nigerian Independence Day is a significant national holiday commemorating Nigeria's freedom from British colonial rule. Each year, it serves as a time for reflection on the nation's history, the ...

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has declared a ban on Nigeria’s Independence Day celebration across the Southeast on October 1. IPOB warned that the Nigerian flag will not fly, there will ...

The federal government has said this year’s Independence Day anniversary celebration will be a subdued affair, reflecting the nation’s current challenges. The Secretary to the Government of ...

The Nation Newspaper Nigeria@64: Makinde leads Independence walk, charges ... “This is part of the activities lined up for the celebration of Nigeria’s Independence Day and we are glad to be ...

Two explosions were heard in Nigeria's capital on Friday near a parade of top government and foreign officials to mark the country's 50th anniversary of independence, a Reuters television witness ...

Associated Press ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Nigerians are protesting against economic hardship as the West African nation marks its 64th independence anniversary. Police fired teargas to disperse ...