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People of Nigeria
Nigerians are the citizens and nationals of Nigeria, as well as people with ancestry from there. The name Nigeria was derived from the Niger River running through the country. This name was allegedly coined in the late 19th century by British journalist Flora Shaw, who later married Baron Frederick Lugard, a British colonial administrator. Nigeria is composed of various ethnic groups and cultures and the term Nigerian refers to a citizenship-based civic nationality.
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The Director-General of the Voice of Nigeria (VON), Mallam Jibrin Ndace, has called on Nigerians to remain united, resilient and committed to nation-building as the country marks its 66th Independence Anniversary. Ndace, in his Independence Day message, said the occasion provided an opportunity to reflect on Nigeria’s…
BY SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT . Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has urged Nigerians to remain steadfast and united, saying sustained commitment to the current reform efforts is essential to achieving lasting development and prosperity. . Oborevwori, in his Independence Day message signed by his Chief Press…
Governors and the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) have urged Nigerians not to give up, but to believe and work for the country despite all odds.