BREAKING: FG Cancels Independence Day Parade

• The Federal Government has cancelled the 2025 Independence Day parade earlier scheduled for October 1.

• It said the cancellation “is in no way a diminishment of the significance” of Nigeria’s 65th anniversary, adding that other programmes will go ahead as planned.

The Federal Government has announced the cancellation of the Independence Anniversary parade earlier scheduled for Wednesday, October 1, 2025, to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day.

The decision was contained in a press release signed by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information & Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, on Monday.

Imohiosen did not state the reason for the cancellation but emphasized that it would not affect the importance of the anniversary.

According to the statement, “The Federal Government wishes to announce the cancellation of the Independence Anniversary parade, previously scheduled to mark the 65th Independence on Wednesday, 1st October.

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“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.

“Accordingly, all other programmes slated for the Independence Anniversary will remain in effect. The Government deeply regrets any inconvenience caused by this cancellation.”

The statement also appealed for support from citizens, the diplomatic community, and invited guests, noting: “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.”

This year’s celebration is themed “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation.” Earlier, the Federal Government had declared October 1 a public holiday in commemoration of the anniversary.