Google celebrated Nigeria's 63rd Independence Day with a special doodle on its homepage. The doodle featured Nigeria's national flag waving against a bright blue sky. In commemoration of the occasion, Google highlighted the significance of Nigeria's Independence Day celebrations, including the nationally televised broadcast by the President, military maneuvers by the Nigerian Armed Forces, the raising of the Nigerian flag, and the cutting of an Independence Day cake.
The doodle also emphasized the cultural aspect of the celebrations, mentioning the popular Nigerian meal of plantains and chicken served with jollof rice, which is a staple of Independence Day festivities. Nigerians were described as enjoying the day with family and friends, often taking celebrations to the beach for dancing and fireworks.
President Bola Tinubu, in a live broadcast on Nigeria's Independence Day, expressed his commitment to rebuilding the country and addressing issues like hunger, poverty, and hardship. He acknowledged that the reform process may be challenging but emphasized its necessity for achieving greatness and a better future for Nigeria
