NYC Nigeria Independence Day parade and festival kicks off: What to know

New York Mayor hails Nigeria’s global cultural influence at independence carnival

Mamdani praised and paid tribute to Nigeria’s extraordinary cultural influence across Africa and internationally. The Uganda-born mayor recalled growing up listening to Nigerian music and said he was excited to see some of the country’s stars perform.

NYC Nigeria Independence Day parade and festival kicks off: What to know

NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) -- The streets of New York City will be filled with green and white in celebration of 66 years of Nigeria's independence. The annual Nigeria Independence Day parade and festival returns to the city on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., bringing colorful floats and lively music honoring the West [...]

New York parade counters stereotypes, projects Nigerian excellence – OAN

New York parade counters stereotypes, projects Nigerian excellence – OAN The Organization for the Advancement of Nigerians says the annual Nigeria Independence Day Parade and Carnival in New York has helped to counter stereotypes and project Nigerian excellence. President of OAN, Tomi Aregbesola, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the celebration sent a […] The post New York parade counters stereotypes, projects Nigerian excellence – OAN…

New ​‌‌⁠‌‍⁠⁠‍​​​⁠‌‌‌‌‌​York glitters as Nigerians shut city for Independence parade

For several blocks, Second Avenue, Manhattan, became a moving exhibition of Nigerian identity, with participants showcasing traditional outfits representing different parts of the country.