See How Nigerians in the US celebrated Nigeria's Independence Day

Agency Report:

Many citizens of other countries and the U.S on Saturday joined Nigerians for the annual Independence Day Parade.


Nigerians in U. S converge in New York for independence day parade


Cultural dancers join the independence Day parade in New York on Saturday


Unique show of culture at the Independence Day Parade in New York on Saturday.


Cross section of the Nigerian that hit New York cities for independence Day parade on Saturday.

The 26th event which held in New York featured rich Nigerian culture, music, food, and fun with participants of all ages with their favourite cultural attires.

The event also showcased Nigeria promoted the positive image of Nigeria to the rest of the world as several onlookers joined in dancing to the Nigerian music.

The spectators also danced, sang and celebrated the night away as Nigerian DJs were on-hand spinning the most popular Nigerian and afrobeat hits.

The Cherubim and Seraphim Churches in USA emerged the best Parade Float while the Nigerian Nurses Association of USA won the second position and the ATiDE group came third.

The event was joined by the New York African Restaurateur, with more than 25 restaurants and food vendors presenting cuisines from various parts of Africa.

There were also several participating exhibitors and vendors across fashion, arts, culture, and community organisations.

The youths, after the Festival at about 8 p.m., left for after-parties to continue with the festival, which is expected to last till dawn.

Many Nigerian leaders joined other compatriots, including Mr Ibrahim Magu, the Acting Chairman of Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) and Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia.

Mayor Bill de Blasio of New York, and others, also joined the revelers at the colourful parade.

The Parade began at Second Avenue on E. 54th Street and ended at E. 44th Street at Nigeria House.

Thousands of Nigerian youths had the best of time as they sang and danced to Nigerian music.

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