The Federal Government has announced the cancellation of the 65th Independence Anniversary parade earlier scheduled for Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
This was contained in a statement issued by by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) which was signed by Director Information and Public Relations Segun Imohiosen.
Mr Imohiosen said the cancellation will not affect the importance of the Independence Day celebration milestone, which he said would still be marked with “dignity,respect and enthusiasm.”
“All other programmes slated for the Independence Anniversary will remain in effect,” he stated.
Up to the time of filing this report no specific reason was given for the cancellation of the parade, which is a symbolic highlight of the nation’s independence celebrations.
The government, however, extended appreciation to Nigerians, the foreign Diplomatic Corps, and other distinguished invited guests for their “understanding, support and cooperation.”
The statement further urged Nigerians to support the incumbent administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ongoing reforms, which it described as key to “making Nigeria a greater nation.”
Earlier the Federal Government has declared Wednesday, October 1, a public holiday to commemorate the independence anniversary.
This was made known by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a separate statement released by the ministry.
In the Press Released the minister congratulated Nigerians both at home and abroad where he called on citizens to uphold unity, patriotism, and national resilience.
He further urged Nigerians to embrace the “Renewed Hope Agenda” of President Tinubu, centred on national rebirth, economic reform, and shared prosperity.
The cancellation of the parade threw so many questions in the minds of Nigerians where others said it may be due to caution, restraint, or shifting priorities in a time of complex national challenges.
