Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Muhammed, who opened the event said: “Exhibitions are a mirror of the society They depict our way of life, realities, dreams and vision for the future. They encapsulate our creative spirit and embody our innate abilitiesto re-invent ourselves, especially because of this pandemic.

“This Historial Exhibition highlights the anniversary’s theme, which is ‘Together’. As you are aware, art functions as a medium of
interpreting society, what is going on around us, our characteristics, our way of life etc. For the Artist, the fad and the superficialities
constitute a constant appeal.

“Our togetherness is inherited from the major cultural streams and is reflected in the diversity of styles. I am glad to note that our artists are not mere imitators. Rather, they work from intimate
understanding, knowledge and experience of local life, which they are part of. Only in this way can Arts be meaningful and fulfil a need to
identify and express ourselves as Nigerians, thus enhancing our attitudes which will help to strengthen our unity.

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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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Buhari unveiled the logo during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting in Abuja, the nation’s capital.

Ministers at the meeting include the Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola; Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed; Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, among others.

The Federal Government had earlier in September called on Nigerians to submit creative ideas that can brand the anniversary which is themed “Together at 60”.

Nigeria’s Independence is usually celebrated annually on October 1.

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