𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 || 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚@65: 𝐀 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐭𝐬 𝐎𝐰𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦
On October 1st, 1960, the world watched as the Green-White-Green flag rose to the sky, announcing the birth of a new sovereign nation. “Nigeria we hail thee” was sung with trembling voices, one filled with hope, pride, and the promise of a glorious future ahead. From the oil-rich Niger Delta creeks to the vast fields in Sokoto and down to the bustling streets of Lagos, the air was heavy with expectations. Sixty-five years later, the same land stands battered with its dream fractured. The independence anniversary, which should be a moment of national celebration, has become an annual ritual of empty speeches and hollow parades. The truth has always been obvious, while Nigeria may have gained freedom from colonial masters, the country remains enslaved by corruption, insecurity, poor governance, and broken promises. In faculties, departments, classes and dormitories at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, the reality has once again been wrapped in shining clothing. As against the expected...