Nigeria: Unity in diversity at 63

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00:00 Nigeria, Africa's most populous black nation.

00:04 (crowd cheering)

00:06 200 million plus citizens.

00:09 Diverse in language and culture,

00:13 united amidst diversity.

00:15 Nigeria's global impact on fashion and lifestyle

00:20 cannot be underestimated.

00:22 From the attire adorned with vibrant colors

00:25 and intricate designs,

00:26 to the modern styles seamlessly blending tradition

00:29 and contemporary elements,

00:31 Nigeria's fashion has captured the attention of the world.

00:34 Equally remarkable is Nigeria's

00:38 colorful cultural diversity,

00:40 with over 250 ethnic groups

00:43 contributing their own traditions,

00:46 music, dances, and art forms.

00:49 From the Igbo people in the east,

00:53 to the Yoruba in the southwest,

00:55 and Hausa Fulani in the north,

00:58 Benin, Isoko, Isekiri,

01:01 Idoma, Biram,

01:04 Aworis, Igbo,

01:06 Igala, and so much more,

01:08 Nigeria's cultural tapestry

01:10 remains the most diverse in the world.

01:12 With more than 500 languages spoken

01:16 by these diverse ethnic groups,

01:18 these languages play a significant role

01:21 in connecting communities through effective communication

01:25 and a sense of shared belonging.

01:27 (dramatic music)

01:29 As Nigeria marks its 63rd year of independence,

01:33 it is time to celebrate the strengths and achievements,

01:36 will and determination of the African giant.

01:40 Despite the challenges faced over the years,

01:43 Nigeria's resilience, creativity,

01:46 and natural and cultural wealth

01:48 have continued to propel her forward.

01:51 At 63, and in years to come,

01:55 let us continue to celebrate

01:56 the uniqueness of Nigeria as a nation.

02:00 (dramatic music)

02:03 (dramatic music)

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