The Federal Government has unveiled the programme of events to celebrate Nigeria’s 63rd Independence Day Anniversary on October 1, 2023.
Unveiling the programme of events in Abuja on Monday, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, said the theme of this year’s celebration is “Nigeria @ 63, Renewed Hope for Unity and Prosperity.”
According to Akume, the anniversary commenced with the World Press Conference on Monday, September 26, at the National Press Center, Radio House in Abuja.
An anniversary lecture is expected to hold on Friday, 29th September 2023 at the International Conference Center in Abuja while Juma’at Prayer holds at the National Mosque.
President Tinubu is scheduled to make a national broadcast on Sunday, October 1, just as an Inter-Denominational Church Service is expected to hold at the National Christian Centre in Abuja.
The event rounds off with a Military Parade on Monday, 2nd October, 2023 at the Presidential Villa, at 9:00 am.
Meanwhile, the SGF disclosed that President Bola Tinubu has sanctioned a modest celebration this year due to the current economic realities in the country.
