Nigeria's Government Plans Low-Key 66th Independence Day

The Federal Government has decided to hold a low-key celebration for Nigeria's 66th Independence Day anniversary, with President Bola Tinubu scheduled to address the nation on October 1. This decision was communicated by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation in a statement released on September 19.

An Inter-Ministerial Committee has been established to organize the event in Abuja, chaired by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. Akume, represented by Permanent Secretary Bekearedebo Warrens, stated that the occasion will allow Nigerians to reflect on the contributions of the nation’s founding leaders.

He emphasized that the anniversary would showcase the government's reforms and achievements amidst socio-economic challenges. The program includes a World Press Conference on September 24, a Juma’at Service on September 25, an Interdenominational Church Service on September 27, and an Independence Day Public Lecture on September 30.

The committee includes various ministers and security officials, highlighting the collaborative effort for the event.