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New Official Version of Reintroduced National Anthem Now Available

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On June 5, 2024, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) unveiled the official, standardized version of Nigeria’s national anthem. This anthem, originally composed by British expatriate Lillian Jean Williams, was in use between 1960 and 1978.

However, President Bola Tinubu recently signed a bill to revert to the old national anthem, sparking controversy among Nigerians.

The NOA assured citizens that the revised lyrics would clear any doubts about correctness. Notably, only one word was changed: in line five of the first stanza, “and” was corrected to “are.”

The revised line now reads: “Nigerians all, are proud to serve.” Additionally, the NOA emphasized that the words “tribes” and “tongues” in line three of the first stanza are plural.

This standardized version aims to unify the anthem’s lyrics and reinforce national pride. Let us celebrate our shared heritage and diverse culture through this anthem that speaks to our collective identity. 🇳🇬

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National Anthem

Nigeria, we hail thee,

Our own dear native land,

Though tribe and tongue may differ,

In brotherhood, we stand,

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Nigerians all, and proud to serve

Our sovereign Motherland.

Our flag shall be a symbol

That truth and justice reign,

In peace or battle honour’d,

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And this we count as gain,

To hand on to our children

A banner without stain.

O God of all creation,

Grant this our one request,

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Help us to build a nation

Where no man is oppressed,

And so with peace and plenty

Nigeria may be blessed.


 

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Kenneth Okonkwo Says Peter Obi Betrayed Him by Supporting Abure Group

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Veteran Nollywood actor Kenneth Okonkwo has opened up about what he calls a betrayal by Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party. In a recent interview with Symfoni, Okonkwo revealed that his decision to quit the party earlier in February 2025 was influenced by Obi’s actions during a leadership crisis within the party.

Okonkwo, who once served as a spokesperson for Obi’s presidential campaign, said the former Anambra State governor ignored his counsel and returned to support the Julius Abure-led faction—despite ongoing controversies surrounding that group. He explained that Obi was misinformed by party executives who claimed that the Abure-led camp had been recognised by INEC. But in his view, Obi’s move went against everything he had previously stood for.

“Any serious politician knows how not to be misled,” Okonkwo said. “But in this case, it was Obi who betrayed me. I warned him—these people are not democratic. INEC recognition isn’t enough reason to return to a group that goes against the values you publicly uphold. If you align with them again, you risk your political credibility and everything you’ve worked for.”


 

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“I’ll Keep Giving Tinubu Haters High Blood Pressure” – Wike Says

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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has promised to keep unsettling those who oppose President Bola Tinubu by continuing to deliver impactful projects across Abuja. Speaking at the commissioning of key roads including the Arterial Road N16 and other projects in the Katampe district, Wike said he now fully understands how much resentment some people have for the President’s achievements since taking office in 2023.

According to Wike, a recent moment while watching TV opened his eyes to how deeply some critics are affected by Tinubu’s progress. “Something just moved me to switch on the TV, and I saw the anger and pain on people’s faces,” Wike said. “Now I get it—some people are really hurting. So I’ve taken it upon myself to increase their blood pressure with more good work.”

He added that while critics stay bitter, he and others will keep enjoying the results of their efforts. “We’ll be smiling, moving around freely, while they stay mad and frustrated. That’s my new mission,” he said. Wike thanked President Tinubu for leading what he described as a development revolution in the FCT.


 

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Ali Baba Reveals Shocking Costs of Nigerian Political Seats: #1.2 Billion for Senate

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Nigerian Comedian Ali Baba reveals cost of political seats and positions in the Nigerian government.

The comedian reveals this information during a brief interview, he shares that one will need up to #1.2 Billion for a Senatorial seat. Meanwhile for a governor position, one will need 20-25 billion Naira.

Ali baba then argued on how the government focuses more on the financial aspect of election rather than the need of the people. He shares that’s why corruption citing election period is high.


 

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