Federal Government Cancels Independence Day Parade

The Federal Government has cancelled the Independence Anniversary parade earlier scheduled to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.

A statement issued on Monday in Abuja by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation said the cancellation does not reduce the significance of the milestone anniversary.

The statement signed by the Director of Information and Public Relations in the SGF’s office, Segun Imohiosen, explained that all other programmes lined up for the anniversary would go on as planned.

“The cancellation is in no way a diminishment of the significance of this milestone anniversary, and the government remains committed to celebrating Nigeria’s 65th year of independence with dignity and enthusiasm,” the statement said.

The federal government expressed regrets over any inconvenience the decision might cause Nigerians, members of the diplomatic community and invited guests.

It also urged citizens to support the reforms of President Bola Tinubu, noting that the administration remains committed to building a greater nation.