Nigerian govt cancels Independence Day parade

By ABIRHIRE THOMAS

Earlier, the federal government declared Wednesday as a public holiday for the independence day celebration.

Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Abuja says it has cancelled the parade earlier scheduled to celebrate the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary on October 1.

This was contained in a statement by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), released to the media on Monday September 29, 2025..

According to the statement, the federal government apologised for the inconvenience caused by the cancellation.

“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 reads.

“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.”

The parade and presidential broadcast were scheduled to take place on Wednesday to celebrate the country’s independence from colonial rule in 1960.

Earlier, the federal government declared Wednesday as a public holiday for the independence day celebration.