A presidential change of guard parade was held at the state house as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 56th independence anniversary. President Buhari participates at the 56th independence anniversary
President Muhammadu Buhari released white pigeons, a symbol of peace as Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and Senate president, Bukola Saraki watched on. The president also signed the anniversary register. He was assisted by some top dignitaries to cut the anniversary cake. Those in
attendance were former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar, former Vice Presidents Alex Ekwueme and Namadi Sambo, other top government dignitaries and members of the diplomatic corps. The 56th independence anniversary was celebrated in a low-key fashion.
Since October 1, 2010 when the anniversary celebration was marred by bomb blasts at the Eagle Square, Abuja, all subsequent anniversaries have been celebrated in the presidential villa.
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