The Federal Government has cancelled the Independence Anniversary parade earlier scheduled to hold on Wednesday, Oct. 1, to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day.
The decision was announced in a statement by Mr Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.
Although no reason was given for the cancellation, Imohiosen said the move would not diminish the significance of the anniversary.
“The cancellation is in no way a diminishment of the significance of this milestone anniversary, and the government remains committed to celebrating Nigeria’s 65th year of independence with dignity and enthusiasm,” the statement said.
It added that all other programmes lined up for the anniversary, tagged “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation,” would hold as scheduled.
“The Federal Government appreciates the understanding, support and cooperation of all Nigerians, members of the diplomatic community and invited guests, and urges Nigerians to support the reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, in making Nigeria a greater nation,” the statement said.
Government also regretted any inconvenience the cancellation may have caused.
