Daily Dates Nigeria reports that the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, CON during the inauguration emphasised on the importance of unity, and patriotism in celebrating the victories and milestones Nigeria has attained.

Director Information to the SGF, Segun Imohiosen in a statement wrote: ‘‘This anniversary is a reminder of where we are coming from and where we are going from here. As a nation, we have faced challenges in areas such as political, economic and social issues but have overcome them. An anniversary is not just a celebration of the past. It is a call for action for the future. We must therefore commit ourselves to build a nation where every citizen feels valued and empowered to contribute his quota to the goals and aspirations of the country’’.

The 65th Independence Anniversary celebration will commence with the World Press Conference on Thursday, 25th September 2025 with the following line-up of activities to mark the national event: Juma’at Service on Friday, 26th September, 2025; Women Activities on Friday 26th September, 2025; Youth Activities and Historical Arts Exhibition on Saturday 27th September, 2025; Church Service on Sunday, 28th September 2025; Public Lecture on Monday, 29th September 2025; while the Presidential Broadcast and 65th Independence Day Parade will hold on Wednesday, 1st October 2025.

As part of the project to mark the independence anniversary, the SGF has unveiled the Nigeria @65 Compendium Project workstation, initiated by CherryAfrica Magazine in collaboration with the Office, designed with a state-of-the-art studio for interview-Tv Series with the top Government functionaries at all levels on their respective milestones in nation building, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda. The interview session kick-started with the SGF’s interview, where he urged Nigerians to celebrate the nation’s achievements for the past 65 years and to also repose confidence in their leaders.

The national compendium would serve as a comprehensive repository of information on the nation’s milestones and development trajectory cutting across the pre-colonial, colonial and the post-colonial Nigeria with emphasis on the MDAs, the economy, the three tiers of Government, the Renewed Hope Agenda and other key sectors of the economy.

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The declaration of Friday, October 1st as a public holiday is to mark the 61st Independence anniversary celebration, Daily Dates Nigeria reports.

The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement.

Aregbesola congratulated all Nigerians on the 61st independence and assured of the government’s commitment to tackle and eradicate all forms of challenges and all diverse problems.

The statement read in part, “Our warmth, welcoming spirit and love as well as the abundant wealth inherent in our human capital and the richness of our land, makes Nigeria unarguably the leading black nation in the world and Africa’s pride and beacon of hope, if we can rally ourselves together to harness our potentials.

“A country of about 200 million and above people whose natural talent, grit and passion glitter like the precious DIAMOND that we are, he said in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr Shuaib Belgore.

“Nigerians are sparkling like diamonds in the pack, whether in Academia, Business, Innovation, Music, Movie, Entertainment, Fashion and culture.

“We are indeed the leading black nation in the entire world and no doubt Africa’s pride and beacon of hope.”

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Buhari unveiled the ‘Nigeria at 60’ Logo for the celebration of the nation’s Independence Day on October 1. He said the logo is a product of choice from Nigerians who participated in the selection process.

“Celebrating 60 years of independence really calls for pomp and pageantry, but the global COVID-19 pandemic, which has forced all nations to think and act differently, has also forced on us the imperative of a low-keyed celebration.

“Operating within the limitations placed by the COVID-19 pandemic, we created an internet challenge for Nigerians to make a choice from a set of four pre-selected logos that will appropriately define the theme.

“Of these four options, Nigerians from all walks of life participated in making a choice and I’m happy to let you know that the logo I will be unveiling is a product of choice from the Nigerian people.

“I’m informed that the selected option depicts our togetherness; a country of over 200 million people, whose natural talents, grits, and passion glitter like the precious diamond we are.

“As we celebrate this anniversary, this government will work towards greater inclusiveness and look forward to the participation of all Nigerians,’’ he said.

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Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Pantami who made the call on Saturday, said President Muhammadu Buhari has approved an inclusive National Independence Celebration programme in line with COVID-19 protocols and guidelines.

The Minister disclosed that the theme for Nigeria’s Diamond Jubilee is “Together at 60.”

He said to ensure inclusiveness, the thematic and creative aspects of the event would be designed by Nigerians for Nigeria.

“As the saying goes, we are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided. The Federal Government, therefore, wants to use this opportunity to celebrate our strength as one indivisible country. Also, provide an opportunity for Nigerians to choose their brand and harness the power of our creative minds to create other elements that will form the Brand of the Anniversary.”

The minister said the Sub Committee of the Interministerial Committee would be anticipating a challenge in which they would be looking for talented, critical thinking and creative individuals or teams to produce content for the anniversary.

Pantami urged Nigerians to participate in the challenge as well as vote for the best brand through the challenge portal, https://nigeriaAt60.gov.ng.

He noted that the best brand and concept will be presented to President Buhari and adopted for celebrating the country’s 60th anniversary.

“The winners will also receive prizes, in addition to being part of this epoch-making event.

“As the country eagerly awaits the unveiling of the winning brand and other elements of the celebration, we look forward to the active participation of all,” he said.

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