*And even though we still need independence from our corrupt leaders,we will celebrate.
*Even though our nation is 52 today but still has the mental age of a 30 year old,we will celebrate.
*Even though our right to pick the kind of leaders we want through casting our votes and making them count has always been denied us,we will celebrate.
*Even though it is glaring that the people who should,do not care about us. And even as the gap between the rich and poor keeps widening, with little or nothing done to bridge this gap. Even as majority of us wallow in poverty while a very small percentage live in affluence,we are known for suffering and smiling;we have been dubbed the happiest people on earth with zero tolerance for suicide. So,why wont we celebrate?
*Even though people in the corridors of power do next to nothing to put us through,we strive on our own, through our hard work,perseverance and "e go beta" attitude. Yes,we will celebrate!
*As topsy-turvy as our nation seems and always seemingly being on the brink of collapsing but not doing so,there are still those of us that,if we had to do it all over again, we will still be Nigerian. If that isn't enough reason to celebrate,I wonder what is.
*With over 200 languages and cultures,we still manage to live amicably albeit the occasional crises here and there. And even though sometimes our different modes of worship makes us disagree,these same differences are what brings us closer.
And this is why we must celebrate: our unity in diversity, our resilience,hardwork and togetherness as a people.
Happy Independence fellow Nigerian!