Princess Alexandra of Kent represented Queen Elizabeth at the Independence celebration in 1960.
As slightly opposed to the traditional way of celebrating this day with picnics and parades, here are some extra steps to guide you towards a memorable Independence day celebration in Lagos.1. Buy, Hang, Carry A Nigerian FlagYou can start by getting yourself a flag, hang it from your house roof, car, or work building. It would be fun to join groups of other people who will be clad in all green andwhite and waving their flags in the streets of Lagos:Top 10 Lagos Experiences Everyone Must Try Out (PHOTOS)
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Read The Nigerian Federal Character Handed To Jaja Wachuku By Princess Alexandra Of KentIt not some very voluminous text book, its just about a page or two. It is aprinciple which has been enshrined into the Nigerian Constitution since 1979. It is a reference guide for appointments into public service institutions, ensuring that there is a fair reflection of the linguistic, ethnic, religious, and geographic diversity of the nation."
4. Take A Historic TripLagos has many landmarks that herald the theme of Nigeria’s independence. So you might love to visit Freedom park, the National museum, the National theatre, Tafawa Balewa square, or get away to Badagry where the first storey building in Nigeria was built. All these places will give you a feel of the true meaning of October 1.
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5. Have Only Core Nigerian DishesIts a celebration and as such, there has to be something to eat. Lagos has virtually every ethnic group so getting yourself a real Nigerian dish should not be a problem. You can have meals you’ve never tried before, maybe something besides the very popular Amala and ewedu. Go for some owo soup and starch, check out banga-soup and eba or do some Tuwo Shinkafa & Miyan Taushe
Independence Day is one day of utmost importance to Nigeria, and the best fill of the holiday can only be gotten in Lagos. If you are in Lagos on Thursday, October 1, then you should try out the highlighted steps to having an awesome Lagos experience.If you thinks there are other things that can be done in Lagos to get the best of the Independence celebration, then do let us get your feedback.
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