President Bola Tinubu assented to the bill on Wednesday that reverts Nigeria to the Old National Anthem, ”Nigeria, We Hail Thee.”
Here are some facts about the new national anthem:
“Nigeria, We Hail Thee” was adopted as the national anthem in 1960, upon Nigeria’s independence from British colonial rule.
Composition: The lyrics of “Nigeria, We Hail Thee” were written by Lillian Jean Williams, a British expatriate living in Nigeria.
The music was composed by Frances Berda, also a British expatriate.
Content and Theme: The anthem reflects Nigeria’s aspirations and patriotic spirit post-independence. It praises the country, calls for unity, and emphasizes the importance of national loyalty and progress.