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Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 8:44pm On Oct 31, 2019 |
allsaint2000: Kai! Comprehension is such a big problem!! 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by HospitalityDiva(f): 9:01pm On Oct 31, 2019 |
allsaint2000: My brother, the over-sabi no tire you too? |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 9:25pm On Oct 31, 2019 |
allsaint2000: HospitalityDiva: Kai! I said that the flag is the presidential standard. That is, it is the flag of the president of Nigeria. How then does that mean that the Keke is presidential? Abi people do not understand English anymore? If I fly the Lagos State flag over my house, does that make me the governor of Lagos?? Or maybe you don't understand what a presidential standard is? Click on these links to educate yourselves. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_Nigeria https://fotw.info/flags/ng.html Anyway, back to my story. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 9:29pm On Oct 31, 2019 |
1) The Federation/Federal Republic Of Nigeria Prototype flag Michael Taiwo Akinkumi was studying in Britain in 1958, when he heard about a competition to design the new Nigerian flag. He submitted the design below to the committee. The committee chose his design as the winning entry, but removed the sun at the centre of the flag. Thus we got our green-white-green flag. [img]http://naijachronicles.files./2018/08/10513307_1453251344932168_5844387099471871126_n.jpg?w=584[/img] Nigerian flag The Flag of Nigeria was designed in 1959 and first officially hoisted on October 1, 1960. The two unique sea-green bands represent the forests and abundant natural wealth of Nigeria while the white band represents peace. [img]http://naijachronicles.files./2018/08/10429340_1453251358265500_7754698831186489741_n.jpg?w=584[/img] Nigerian coat of arms 1960-1978 [img]http://naijachronicles.files./2018/08/15032241_1812434885680477_5609861123367004623_n.jpg?w=584[/img] The Coat of Arms of Nigeria has a black shield with two wavy silver bands that come together, like the letter Y. These represent the two main rivers flowing through Nigeria: the Benue River and the Niger River, Nigeria’s main inland waterways, which form a confluence at Lokoja. The black shield represents Nigeria’s fertile soil, while the two horses or chargers on each side represent dignity and pride. The eagle represents strength, while the green and white bands on the top of the shield represent the rich agricultural land of the inspiring country. The yellow flowers at the base are Costus Spectabilis, Nigeria’s national flower. This flower was chosen for inclusion in the coat of arms as it is found all over Nigeria. On the band around the base is Nigeria’s national motto since 1978, “Unity and Faith, Peace and Progress”, formerly “Unity and Faith”. Nigerian coat of arms 1978-present. [img]http://naijachronicles.files./2018/08/14947495_1812434749013824_759252753582063270_n.jpg?w=584[/img] [img]http://naijachronicles.files./2018/08/1551462_1453251374932165_7555910469000336039_n.jpg?w=584[/img] Former Nigerian anthem. (1960-1978) "Nigeria, We Hail Thee" was adopted as Nigeria's first national anthem on October 1, 1960. The anthem's lyrics were written by Lillian Jean Williams, a British expatriate who lived in Nigeria when it achieved independence. Frances Berda composed the music for "Nigeria, We Hail Thee." The Federal Government had announced a competition for a new national anthem for Nigeria, with a prize of £1,000 attached to it. The prize was won by Lillian Jean Williams. The anthem was criticised in 1960 because some Nigerians felt that the government should have selected one of the entries that was submitted by Nigerians. Some people also believed that the anthem was plagiarised from an old English hymn, while others felt that the anthem did not capture the Nigerian spirit. Nigeria We Hail Thee https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyXxbSVES28 Current Nigerian anthem (1978-present) “Arise O Compatriots” was adopted as Nigeria's national anthem on October 1, 1978. The lyrics are a combination of words and phrases taken from five of the best entries in a national contest. The lyrics are by John A. Ilechukwu, Eme Etim Akpan, B. A. Ogunnaike, Sota Omoigui and P. O. Aderibigbe. The words were put to music by the Nigerian Police Band under the directorship of Benedict E. Odiase. The anthem was criticised by some Nigerians because it was composed when the country was under military rule (some people said that it sounded like military music). The National Association of Nigerian Student (NANS), therefore, prefers to sing the old national anthem. Arise O Compatriots https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXULFLF_nWM The National Pledge The Nigerian National Pledge was written by Professor (Mrs.) Felicia Adebola Adedoyin in 1976. Professor Adedoyin’s children were already reciting the Oath of Allegiance in their school in New York, USA and also the State Pledge (which was introduced on 1 June, 1976) in Achimota School in Accra Ghana and they wanted to know why they didn't recite any Pledge while they were in Nigeria. She told them that Nigeria did not have any national pledge. This exchange with her children spurred her to conceive a new national pledge for Nigeria, which she wrote in June 1976. The work was published in the Daily Times of July 15, 1976 in an article titled "Loyalty to the Nation, Pledge". Barrister Adewusi, who was a mutual friend of the Adedoyins and Lieutenant General Olusegun Obasanjo (the then head of state) read the Daily Times article and eventually presented it to Obasanjo in August 1976. General Obasanjo modified it slightly and adopted it. In September 1976, he decreed that all school children should recite the pledge in their school assemblies daily. The Pledge 1 Like |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 9:30pm On Oct 31, 2019 |
HEADS OF STATE OF NIGERIA 1) Flag of the governor-general of Nigeria [img]http://naijachronicles.files./2018/08/10392297_1460132197577416_6501193261482689235_n.jpg?w=584[/img] 2) Former flag of the president of Nigeria [img]http://naijachronicles.files./2018/08/10487480_1460132230910746_375367015742855356_n.jpg?w=584[/img] 3) Current flag of the president of Nigeria [img]http://naijachronicles.files./2018/08/22089659_1966962646894366_5054336386112217598_n.jpg?w=584[/img] 4) Flag of the commander in chief of the armed forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (aka the Armed Forces flag). [img]http://naijachronicles.files./2018/08/936074_1460132250910744_5802458501863295844_n.jpg?w=584[/img] The national flag and the flag of the commander in chief at the council chamber at the Aso Rock Villa. [img]http://naijachronicles.files./2018/08/aso.jpg?w=584[/img] Seal of the president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. [img]http://naijachronicles.files./2018/08/22008249_1966962866894344_3733824080153746445_n.jpg?w=584[/img] 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by Ishilove: 9:39pm On Oct 31, 2019 |
Naptu2 darling, thanks for educating the mass of the intellectual hoi polloi that dot the unhallowed walls of this once great forum. 1 Like |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by valentineuwakwe(m): 9:44pm On Oct 31, 2019 |
don't blame some nigerians, it was the Jonathan's administration dat started this mess n it ate deep within them....I hope this govt notice this quickly n cleared the mess...it's a national disgrace |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by fattprince(m): 10:12pm On Oct 31, 2019 |
HospitalityDiva:So now can you be pregnant for me? |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by ServantsOfTruth: 10:12pm On Oct 31, 2019 |
Stupid country |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by allsaint2000: 11:03pm On Oct 31, 2019 |
naptu2: Bro, you are putting too much effort in this over-sabi. How does all that you have said explain why these "presidential standard" flags are all over the streets of Nigeria? No doubt, you know much about Nigerian flag. Sadly, you provided no answer to what the OP asked? 1 Like
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Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by Sabby1(m): 11:33pm On Oct 31, 2019 |
OP, do you want to modify our national flag? The Nigerian flag with the coat of arm printed on it is what we refer to as "ALL IN ONE" flag. Personally, I think the flag with the coat of arms printed on it is preferable because, nowadays most kids don't even know the Nigerian coat of arm, what it stands for or its description. Nevertheless, wetin concern me?
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Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 3:01am On Nov 01, 2019 |
allsaint2000: Kai! Another one! You claim that I have not answered the question when it has already been answered. The creator of this thread claimed that this is not our national flag and I've replied that it is a variant of our national flag called the presidential standard or state flag! I even provided links to back up my claim. How in the world can that be hard to understand?? Hasn't the question been answered?? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_Nigeria https://www.worldstatesmen.org/Nigeria.htm https://fotw.info/flags/ng.html And what's wrong if it's on the streets of Nigeria?? Is there any law against that?? Kai! Comprehension is a huge problem! (Please click on those links, read the articles, read my remaining posts on this thread and understand them before replying).
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Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 3:17am On Nov 01, 2019 |
Ishilove: Thank you. I wonder if I should write it in Pidgin English or in another language so that they'll understand. |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 3:20am On Nov 01, 2019 |
The inclusion of the coat of arms in the center of the flag was not only common with our national flag. It was also the main feature of state flags in the 1960s (as you will see in this series). naptu2: 1 Like |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 3:25am On Nov 01, 2019 |
Note the Lagos State flag that was used between 1960 and 1967 and also note the flag beside Governor Ambode. naptu2: You can also see the 1960-1967 flag in this video of Governor Mobolaji Johnson during the commissioning of the City Hall in 1968. Note the flag on the governor's car. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3m400q-1Jl8 1 Like |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 3:29am On Nov 01, 2019 |
Look at the flag behind former governor Rauf Aregbesola. naptu2: 1 Like |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 3:31am On Nov 01, 2019 |
Kano State still uses its 1967 flag. naptu2: 1 Like |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 3:36am On Nov 01, 2019 |
Check out the former Rivers State flag. naptu2: |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 3:38am On Nov 01, 2019 |
Once again, there is absolutely nothing wrong in having the coat of arms on the national flag. It's a variant of the national flag. You've seen governors and other government officials with that flag and that was also the way that state flags were created in the 1960s. 1 Like |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 3:40am On Nov 01, 2019 |
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Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by nlPoster: 3:40am On Nov 01, 2019 |
Most things Nigerians do are with a legal backing, they just pretend they're not. They'd have studied which laws and penalties apply, etc. Why did the OP even bring up this topic? |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 3:41am On Nov 01, 2019 |
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Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 3:43am On Nov 01, 2019 |
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Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 4:14am On Nov 01, 2019 |
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Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 4:15am On Nov 01, 2019 |
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Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by anonimi: 4:21am On Nov 01, 2019 |
naptu2: And you did, for our enlightenment and education. 1 Like |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 4:35am On Nov 01, 2019 |
Would this flag be beside the president if it wasn't a Nigerian flag? (This is a picture of President Buhari giving his victory speech at his campaign headquarters shortly after INEC declared him the winner of the 2019 election). 1 Like 1 Share
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Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 6:57am On Nov 01, 2019 |
valentineuwakwe: Jonathan's administration did not start anything. That flag has been flown in Nigeria as far back as 1963. It was famously flown by Nigerian fans in China when the country won the World U16 Championship in 1985.
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Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 7:08am On Nov 01, 2019 |
Nigerian government officials with the flag (I guess you know better than they do).
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Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by Starboytwo(m): 9:21am On Nov 01, 2019 |
Mr naptu, you are already my nlander of the year... You have rich informations... I hail you 1 Like |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by naptu2: 9:23am On Nov 01, 2019 |
Starboytwo: Thank you. 2 Likes |
Re: Dear Nigerians, This Is Not Our National Flag (see Photos) by OttHin: 9:54am On Nov 01, 2019 |
Believe me you, this post will lift 10 million nigerians out of poverty by 2099 Who Nigerian flag epp.
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