On October 1, Google created a special "doodle" in the flag's colours to honour Nigeria's 63rd Independence Day. The ad, which showed the Nigerian flag flapping against a clear blue sky, was a colourful ode to Africa's most populous country, which gained independence in 1960. The happy doodle served as a reminder of the country's journey toward independence and its citizens' current unity and diversity.
A National Pride Day
The President's nationally televised address, military exercises by the Nigerian Armed Forces, the ceremonial raising of the flag, and the cutting of an Independence Day cake all commemorate Independence Day in Nigeria as an important event. An enthusiastic audience dressed in green and white has gathered in Lagos to watch the Nigerian Armed Forces demonstrate their military might. The day's main features are the symbolic cutting of the Independence Day cake and the ceremonial hoisting of the national flag.
The rest of the day is filled with buzzing energy as Nigerians gather with friends and family to enjoy the celebrations. The rhythms of fuji music, a well-liked Nigerian genre that combines traditional Yoruba melodies with Islamic and Brazilian influences, fill the air. Jollof rice, a beloved dish that holds a special position not only during Independence Day but also in Nigerian culture, is served with plantains and chicken for the event. The celebratory atmosphere of the day is heightened by the fact that many Nigerians continue their celebrations at the beach, where they dance to music and watch fireworks.
Google Supports the Independence of Nigeria
The eagle, which stands for strength in Nigeria's coat of arms, was an homage to that in Google's doodle. The doodle's basic colours were the same as those of Nigeria: green, which stands for the nation's agricultural abundance, and white, which stands for peace and unity. The doodle was featured on Google's home page in honour of Nigeria's 63 years of independence.
A day before Nigeria's Independence Day, a beautifully created Google Doodle paid homage to the Ain Ghazal monuments. These ancient objects, roughly 9,000 years ago, are among the oldest instances of substantial human representations. The Ain Ghazal figurines, discovered in Jordan in 1983, portray men, women, and children with well-detailed portraits that emphasize human qualities. The digital giant's dedication to honouring many cultures and history is highlighted by Google's tributes to these antiquated items and Nigeria's Independence Day.
The Road to Independence in Nigeria
The quest for African colonies' independence and the waning of the British Empire coincided with the beginning of Nigeria's road toward independence in the late 1950s. The Northern and Southern Protectorates of Nigeria were amalgamated to form the Colony and Protectorate of Nigeria, which established the boundaries of present-day Nigeria. The nation gained independence on October 1, 1960, and changed its name to the Federation of Nigeria. Nnamdi Azikiwe, the previous governor-general, was elected as the country's first president three years after the constitution was revised and the Federal Republic of Nigeria was established.
Nigeria's Independence Day is a yearly reminder of the nation's struggle for independence. It is a day when Nigerians proudly display their rich and diversified culture, from their delectable foods like suya (spicy pork skewer) and jollof rice (tomato rice cooked in one pot) to their thriving music industry, which includes genres like juju music and afrobeat.
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