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UNITY IN

FORM

DIVERSITY

EACH FORM ROOM WAS TRANSFORMED INTO

A VIBRANT SHOWCASE OF NIGERIA’S RICH
ROOM
CULTURAL HERITAGE.

he students trickled into the school The day’s event soon climaxed into a run-
early as always but today, they ap- way show, where everyone was treated to a
Tpeared in colours of various tradition- dazzling spectacle of style and colours which

al Nigerian attires. It was the celebration of represent the different cultural attire in Nige-
Nigeria’s Independence Anniversary in the ria.
school.
This celebration of diversity added a beau-
Decorations was transformed into a vibrant showcase of as we honoured the cultural richness of our
tiful touch to an already wonderful day, fos-
As we gathered, the atmosphere was filled
tering a sense of unity and pride among us
with excitement and pride. Each form room

beloved Nigeria. It was heartwarming to see
Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage. Every class
students engaging with one another, learning
beautifully decorated their space to repre-
about different traditions, and appreciating
sent a different tribe, including the Ibibio, Efik,
the beauty of our diverse backgrounds.
Gbagyi, Hausa, and Nupe, Itshekiri and Yoru-
ba, among others.
The Independence Day celebration was not
The decorations featured colourful motifs, just an event; it was a powerful reminder of our
traditional artefacts, and mouth-watering shared identity and the strength that comes
culinary displays that reflected the unique from embracing our differences. It was truly a

identities of these tribes. It was a compe- sight to behold, leaving lasting memories for
tition of tribal artistry and beauty as each all who participated!
room told a story of its cultural significance.

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