A moment from a Federal Government meeting has caught public attention. President Bola Tinubu was seen singing the old Nigerian national anthem during a gathering with ministers and senior cabinet members in Abuja.
ABUJA, FCT — President Bola Tinubu was spotted singing the old Nigerian national anthem during a meeting with ministers and other members of the Federal Executive Council in Abuja earlier today. A video from the meeting has circulated on social media, prompting reactions from Nigerians over the rendition of the former anthem.
According to footage shared online, the President joined cabinet members during the singing session before official proceedings continued. The video has attracted widespread attention, with many social media users discussing the choice of anthem and the circumstances surrounding the meeting. The Presidency has not issued an official statement specifically addressing the clip.
The development comes months after Nigeria officially reverted to its former national anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee,” following the signing of the National Anthem Act 2024 by President Tinubu. The anthem replaced “Arise, O Compatriots,” which had served as Nigeria’s national anthem since 1978. Government officials have since used the restored anthem at official events and state functions across the country.
The return of the former anthem has continued to generate public discussion, with supporters describing it as a restoration of Nigeria’s historical identity, while others have questioned the timing of the policy amid other national priorities. Despite the differing views, government institutions have adopted the anthem for official ceremonies in line with the law.
The development means public appearances by the President continue to attract significant attention, particularly on issues linked to national symbols and government policy. The viral video has added to ongoing conversations about the restored national anthem and its place in official activities across Nigeria.
