Tag: National Anthem
New National Anthem as Misplaced Priority
New National Anthem as Misplaced Priority
By Nafisat Bello
The evolution of Nigeria’s national anthems reflects the country’s journey through its post-independence years, capturing the aspirations...
Hail Nigeria, Arise Compatriots!
Hail Nigeria, Arise Compatriots!
By Monday P. Ekpe
Monday Philips Ekpe writes that citizens must wake up from the slumber that has emboldened their leaders to...
The Reign of Our Emperor’ By Lasisi Olagunju
'The Reign of Our Emperor'
By Lasisi Olagunju
The Japanese national anthem is a one-stanza song known as Kimigayo; its English translation approximates 'The Reign of...
The National Assembly’s Meaningless Nostalgia for the Old National Anthem
The National Assembly's Meaningless Nostalgia for the Old National Anthem
By Is'haq Modibbo Kawu
This week, the National Assembly was said to have taken through a...
Nigerians Demand Replacement of Current “National Anthem”
Nigerians Demand Replacement of Current "National Anthem"
By Nafisat Bello
A bill seeking to have Nigerians revert to the old national anthem “Nigeria, We Hail Thee”,...