Singapore has held nationwide events to mark 50 years since it became an independent state.
Tens of thousands of people attended an outdoor parade, watching on as fighter jets whizzed through the sky and a huge convoy rumbled past.
The event culminated with spectators reciting the national pledge and singing the national anthem.
Singapore became independent when it was ejected from the Federation of Malaysia amid social unrest.
In 50 years, the former British colony has transformed itself into one of the world's wealthiest countries.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gxy3bhJX0D4




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qbIMKbOKQ58

A country that transformed to economic success story.

While in 55 years nigeria is in big economic mess because of senseless leadership.