National Symbols can be referred to as a sign, mark, or thing of any entity like Nigeria that shows itself to the world as a National community.
Some of the Nigerian symbols are;
* The Nigerian National Flag: The Nigerian flag is a symbol of symbol of authority. The Nigeria flag was designed by Mr. Taiwo Akinkumi in 1958. It has two colors, Green and white, The white represents Unity and peace while green stands for Agriculture which shows fertility of the soil.
The National flag was first used on 1st October 1960, the independence day. It is a symbol of national unity and reminds Nigerians of the need for peace and harmony and the importance of Agriculture.
The Nigerian coat of arms: This is an emblem which shows the unity of the country. The symbol represents diversity. There are seven (7) permenant features of the Nigerian coat of arms, they include:
a). Eagle represents the National strength and pride
b). Black shield represents the good and fertile soil
c). The two horses on the two sides of the shield represents dignity and importance
d). Y shape represents the river Niger and River Benue which flows through parts of Nigeria.
e) The flower represents beauty and decoration
f) Unity and faith written in the coat of arm stands as the motto of the country.
g) The wreath of flowers on which the eagle perches is the Nigeria's national colors green and white signifies honor and decoration.
The Nigerian pledge: It is an oath of loyalty to be recited or said by Nigerian citizens .Nigerian pledge can be regarded as an oath of citizenship with promises to the country.
The National Anthem was approved on 6th September 1976 by the supreme military council. All schools in Nigeria recite during morning Assembly.
* Nigerian National Currencies: The National currency is a medium of exchange accepted generally. It has Naira sign, domination and coat of arms. All these features makes it unique and differently from other world currencies
Mis-handling and spraying of the naira is an offense punishable by law.
*Nigerian Nigerian Anthem: A national anthem is generally a patriotic music composed to represent and remember the history, struggle, tradition of its people. This is a song that Nigerian accepted to sing as a symbol to maintain unity
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