President Bola Tinubu has staunchly defended the government’s decision to reintroduce the old national anthem, ‘Nigeria, We Hail Thee,’ asserting its importance as a priority during a meeting with the Arewa Consultative Forum at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Tinubu addressed criticism surrounding the controversial move, affirming that the reinstatement of the former national anthem aligns with his priorities despite dissenting opinions suggesting otherwise.
Acknowledging the debate sparked by the signing of the bill to reinstate the old national anthem, Tinubu emphasized his commitment to upholding laws enacted by the National Assembly while expressing openness to constructive disagreement.
Highlighting the significance of Nigeria’s diverse heritage and national identity, Tinubu underscored the importance of unity and mutual respect among citizens, emphasizing the country’s collective identity as Nigerians.
The decision to revert to the old national anthem drew widespread backlash from Nigerians, who criticized it as a misplaced priority amid the country’s economic challenges exacerbated by policies such as fuel subsidy removal and currency exchange rate adjustments initiated by Tinubu’s administration.
