# Nigeria National Day

Date: 1 Oct 2026
Released by: Office of the Spokesman, U.S. Department of State

## MediaRelease.co Summary

The U.S. Department of State congratulated Nigerians on the country’s 66th independence anniversary. The release highlights Nigeria’s role as Africa’s largest democracy and a major economy supporting regional stability and growth. It cites shared priorities on democratic principles, religious freedom, commercial ties, and peace and security.

## Original release

On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my congratulations to the people of Nigeria on the 66th anniversary of Nigeria’s independence. The United States places great value on this strong bilateral relationship and appreciates the substantive dialogue undertaken over the past year. As Africa’s largest democracy and one of its largest economies, Nigeria plays a vital role in advancing regional stability and economic growth. The United States is proud to stand alongside Nigeria in pursuit of these common goals. Our two nations are bound by a shared commitment to continued progress on our common priorities, rooted in mutual democratic principles, the protection of religious freedom, a growing commercial relationship, and a commitment to fostering peace and security. Congratulations once again. May this proud nation and its people thrive in peace, unity, prosperity, and hope for generations to come.

## Key details

- Issued by: Office of the Spokesman, U.S. Department of State
- Published: 1 Oct 2026
- Publisher country: United States
- Subject country/region: National (United States)
- Original source: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/10/nigeria-national-day-2/
- MediaRelease.co URL: https://mediarelease.co/us/mr01129-nigeria-national-day-01102026.html

Original source: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/10/nigeria-national-day-2/
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