Independence

Independence Day of Nigeria

One of the most populous countries of African
continent, Nigeria is the fastefst growing economies
of the world. Like other countries, the
independence day of Nigeria is celebrated with
great zeal and festive fervor.
It falls on 1st October every year and is also
observed with unmatched nationalistic ardor
throughout the country. The significance of
Independence Day in Nigeria lies in the fact that it
binds all the Nigerians into one chord not only
within the country but also in the far off lands of
America and Europe.

A brief history of Nigeria's struggle for
independence

Historical evidences indicate that the earlier
inhabitants of Nigeria were thought to have the Nok
tribe followed by Kanuri, Hausa and Fulani who
migrated to the country in the subsequent years.
In the 13th century Islam was introduced in
Nigeria, and the Kanem Empire continued to rule
the country till the 14th century. With the
annexation of British in 1886, it became a British
colony in the later years. After years of hard
struggle and political turmoil Nigeria achieved
independence on 1st October 1960. The vast
landscapes of the country, stretching from the
Obudu Hills of the southeast through the beaches
in to the rainforest regions of the Lagos estuary the
country has worth while natural splendors to
explore.
Culturally one of the diverse countries of Africa,
Nigeria is home to more than 250 linguistic ethnic
groups as Yoruba, Hausa, Fulani and Igbo. The folk
music of Nigeria has gained tremendous boost
with indigenous fusion giving it a new dimension
in the past few years. The economy of Nigeria has
come of age with the exploration of oil and
petroleum deposits which accounts for nearly 50%
of its income. Also the vast mineral resources
extensively contribute to the economic upsurge of
the country.
The Nigerian Independence day remains incomplete
without paying marked homage to its famous
freedom fighters and leaders who have inspired the
country independence struggle.
Happy Independence Day.
#Proudly Nigerian
Ifeoluwa