THE PRESS COUNCIL, TOPS rejoices, on our beloved country’s 61st year of Independence which happens every 1st of October.
Nigeria gained her independence from the British Government on October 1st, 1960. The Federal Government began to mark the day as Independence Day in 1961. The Federal Government set the day as a work-free day to celebrate Nigeria’s Independence.
As we celebrate our Nation’s Independence Day, let’s remember our past leaders who lost their lives in the battle for the freedom we are enjoying today.
Every citizen should have a sense of belonging wherever they find themselves. Let all our politicians rise to the great task of building social trust between the people and the nation. By so doing, we can have peace and stability in our country.
This year, Nigeria has clocked 61, and we will celebrate it, as usual, that is why the Federal Government declared today, Friday, 1st of October as a public holiday.
Freedom does not come so easily. We are indebted to our national heroes who made this country what it is today. As patriotic citizens, let’s put extra effort to perform our own civic rights and responsibilities. Our diversities should not be seen as a weakness but as our strength. It is only by working together that we can build a resilience nation.
Happy Independence day Nigeria.
Here’s wishing everyone a happy freedom day celebration.
Wish your loved ones a Happy Independence Day too.
Press Council The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic,Saki (TOPS) 