The day I learnt that Nigerians had returned to singing “Nigeria, We Hail Thee” as its National Anthem instead of “Arise, O Compatriots” was one of my favourite moments as a Nigerian. During my ...
Shettima stated this at unveiling a book titled “In Brotherhood We Stand; The Nigerian National Anthem Beyond Melody” on ...
A throwback video of some Nigerian singers singing the old national anthem has resurfaced online amid the country's 65th Independence Day celebration The music video featured singers 2Baba, Yemi Alade ...
However, while many Nigerians are now familiar with the current "Arise, O compatriots" anthem, it wasn't the nation's first choice. In fact, it didn't become the nation's anthem until 1978, 18 years ...