President Bola Tinubu will address Nigerians on Sunday, 1 October, to mark the country’s 66th Independence Day. The Federal Government has announced that the celebrations will be kept low‑key.
In a statement released by the presidency, Tinubu said he would speak to the nation on the anniversary, underscoring the importance of the day for the country’s history and future.
While the exact details of the event remain undisclosed, the government has indicated that it will avoid large public festivities and instead focus on a modest, televised address.
The 66th Independence Day commemorates Nigeria’s freedom from British colonial rule, which was achieved on 1 October 1960. The day is traditionally marked with parades, cultural displays and national speeches.
Officials have not yet revealed whether any additional events or public gatherings will accompany the president’s address.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
