The Federal Government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the official theme for the 2025 Independence Day celebration.

Naija News reports that this year’s anniversary is tagged: “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation.”

The announcement was made on Wednesday in a statement signed by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information & Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF).

According to the statement, the theme underscores the importance of unity, patriotism, and collaboration among the public sector, private sector, civil society, and the citizenry in building a peaceful and prosperous nation.

It read:

“Since achieving independence on October 1, 1960, the nation has successfully navigated difficulties and achieved notable advancements in diverse economic sectors. This necessitates collective efforts to solidify these gains and pursue loftier objectives, aiming to forge a powerful nation for all citizens.

It is expected that Government activities and programmes are to align with the official theme to ensure the message resonates in all areas of our collective national endeavours in the actualisation of the Renewed Hope Agenda.”

As part of activities to mark Nigeria at 65, a Juma’at Prayer will hold on Friday, September 26, at 1 pm, while an Inter-Denominational Church Service is scheduled for Sunday, September 28, at 10 am.

A World Press Conference will also take place on Monday, September 29, at 10 am.