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ENTERTAINMENT Great Nation – Timi Dakolo This song is one that inspires Nigerians never to lose hope in themselves and believe in unity. 10 Songs that Promote Nigerian Unity – Perfect to Celebrate Independence 2022 Lift up Nigeria – king Sunny Ade The king of music, King Sunny Ade extends his love to all tribes, and religions in Nigeria. In his track, he urges everyone to come together and work for the continuous progress of the country. By Chioma Esiu Independence Day in Nigeria is a national day celebrated annually on the first day of October. This, primarily marks the country’s freedom from the British government in 1960. Amongst many other reasons, Nigeria’s Independence Day is usually a day set aside to honour the country’s heroes. However, there is no gainsaying that Nigeria is blessed with diversity of tribes, religions, languages, and culture. The amost populated African country is also blessed with talented artistes, who has recorded and released songs that celebrate Nigeria. These artistes, with their songs, have contributed immensely to national growth and unity among Nigeria’s citizenry. Below are some of the songs perfect to celebrate independence 2022 as Nigeria celebrates 62: 32 www.glamsquadmagazine.com
ENTERTAINMENT Greenland – Ty Bello Interestingly, this song is TY Bello‘s debut, and it’s a song that aims at spreading love, strengthening the family bonds, and expressing optimism for Nigeria. Released in 2007, the song also encourages Nigerians to move away from the state of fear and discomfort to a land of hope and possibilities Nigeria my beloved country – Funmi Adams Funmi Adams, popular in the 80s and 90s, promoted cultural diversity among youths. Asides from the nostalgic feeling you get from the song, it preaches unity and harmony. This song remains evergreen in the hearts of many Nigerians. Song of Unity – Nigerian leaders This song was performed by Nigerian leaders, both past heads of states and democratic leaders men. The song, which was a declaration of unity in the country features Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Ernest Shonekan Oladipo Diya, and the late Alex Ekwueme. www.glamsquadmagazine.com 33
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