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Celebrate Nigeria

Stories of achievements, innovations, and positive impact.

Why Celebrate Nigeria?

Discover the stories that make our nation extraordinary

Heroes & Visionaries

Celebrating Nigerians who have shaped our history and continue to inspire generations.

Landmarks & Heritage

Explore the historic sites and natural wonders that define our national identity.

Moments & Milestones

Relive the events that have marked our journey as a nation.

Culture & Arts

Our rich traditions, music, art, and cultural expressions that unite us.

Innovation & Progress

Nigerian innovations, startups, and achievements on the global stage.

Community Spirit

Stories of resilience, unity, and the Nigerian spirit of togetherness.

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Everything you need to know about Celebrate Nigeria

Celebrate Nigeria is a curated collection of stories honoring Nigerian heroes, historic landmarks, and memorable moments that have shaped our nation's identity.

You can submit nominations through our Share Your Story page or contact us directly. Our editorial team reviews all submissions for accuracy and significance.

We feature three main categories: People (heroes, visionaries, trailblazers), Places (landmarks, heritage sites, natural wonders), and Events (historic moments, cultural milestones, national achievements).

All entries undergo editorial review for factual accuracy. We cross-reference historical records, consult subject matter experts, and verify sources before publication.

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Person
Business Leaders
Femi Otedola

Femi Otedola (born 1962) is a Nigerian businessman and philanthropist, founder of Forte Oil (formerly African Petroleum)...

Person
Business Leaders
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (born 1954) is a Nigerian-American economist and the first woman and first African to lead the W...

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Political Leaders
Yusufu Bala Usman

Professor Yusufu Bala Usman (1945-2005) was a radical Nigerian historian and political economist. He earned his PhD from...

Place
Olumo Rock

Olumo Rock is a massive granite rock formation in Abeokuta, Ogun State, standing 137 meters above sea level. The rock se...

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Natural Wonders
Lekki Conservation Centre

Lekki Conservation Centre is a 78-hectare nature reserve in Lagos, protecting the region's biodiversity. Established by ...

Person
Cultural Icons
Pete Edochie

Pete Edochie (born 1947) is one of Africa's most respected actors, known for his powerful voice and commanding presence....

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Cultural Icons
Tiwa Savage

Tiwatope Savage-Balogun (born 1980), known as Tiwa Savage, is Nigeria's leading female musician. She started as a backup...

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Osun-Osogbo Festival

The Osun-Osogbo Festival is an annual two-week celebration honoring Osun, the Yoruba goddess of fertility, water, and pr...

Event
Ojude Oba Festival

Ojude Oba ("The King's Forecourt") is a spectacular annual festival in Ijebu-Ode celebrating the Awujale (traditional ru...

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National Theatre, Lagos

The National Theatre in Lagos is Nigeria's foremost center for performing arts and culture. Built in 1976 for FESTAC '77...

Place
Natural Wonders
Niger Delta

The Niger Delta is one of the world's largest river deltas, where the Niger River empties into the Atlantic Ocean. Cover...

Event
New Yam Festival (Iwa Ji / Iri Ji)

The New Yam Festival (Iwa Ji or Iri Ji) is one of the most important Igbo cultural celebrations, marking the end of the ...

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