When Nigerians in New Jersey, USA celebrated country’s independence in Newark

Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO), New Jersey chapter recently held its Annual Flag Raising ceremony in celebration of Nigeria’s 66th independence anniversary at the Rotunda, Newark City Hall, 920 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey,

Nigeria turned 66 on October 1, 2026, and Diplomats from New York, Newark City Hall top shots and nationals and their friends and associates came out to commemorate the milestone.

Some awards were also given out by NIDO New Jersey to some personalities at the event which equally served as platform for the promotion of the country’s rich heritage and an occasion for the building of a stronger Diaspora community.

Pictures here show some of those who graced the program.