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Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 9:58pm On Sep 29, 2017
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 9:59pm On Sep 29, 2017
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by Paperwhite(m): 10:00pm On Sep 29, 2017
Nice educative thread.
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 10:00pm On Sep 29, 2017
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 10:00pm On Sep 29, 2017
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 10:01pm On Sep 29, 2017
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 10:02pm On Sep 29, 2017
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 10:02pm On Sep 29, 2017
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 10:05pm On Sep 29, 2017
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 10:06pm On Sep 29, 2017
Nigeria
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 10:07pm On Sep 29, 2017
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 10:08pm On Sep 29, 2017
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 10:09pm On Sep 29, 2017
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 10:10pm On Sep 29, 2017
4) The Federation/Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Prototype flag

Michael Taiwo Akinkumi was studying in Britain in 1958, when he heard about a competition to design the new Nigerian flag. He submitted the design below to the committee. The committee chose his design as the winning entry, but removed the sun at the centre of the flag. Thus we got our green-white-green flag.
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Nigerian flag

The Flag of Nigeria was designed in 1959 and first officially hoisted on October 1, 1960. The two unique sea-green bands represent the forests and abundant natural wealth of Nigeria while the white band represents peace.
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Nigerian coat of arms 1960-1978

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The Coat of Arms of Nigeria has a black shield with two wavy silver bands that come together, like the letter Y. These represent the two main rivers flowing through Nigeria: the Benue River and the Niger River, Nigeria's main inland waterways, which form a confluence at Lokoja.

The black shield represents Nigeria's fertile soil, while the two horses or chargers on each side represent dignity and pride. The eagle represents strength, while the green and white bands on the top of the shield represent the rich agricultural land of the inspiring country.

The yellow flowers at the base are Costus Spectabilis, Nigeria's national flower. This flower was chosen for inclusion in the coat of arms as it is found all over Nigeria. On the band around the base is Nigeria's national motto since 1978, "Unity and Faith, Peace and Progress", formerly "Unity and Faith".

Nigerian coat of arms 1978-present.
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Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op):
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 10:16pm On Sep 29, 2017
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by moninuola65: 10:17pm On Sep 29, 2017
wow!
what a great nation!
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op):
[12pt]Former regions of Nigeria[/size]

Northern Region flag (1960-1967)
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Western Region flag (1960-1967)
https://z-p3-scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/10525693_1453254248265211_7829066851311941362_n.jpg?oh=9336d4fbc102c4fd92ec236e699fdda9&oe=5A4F2643


Western Region coat of arms (1960-1967)
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Eastern Region flag (1960-1967)
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Former governor of the Eastern Region, Lieutenant Colonel Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu standing in front of the coat of arms of the Eastern Region.
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Mid-Western Region flag (1964-1967)
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Mid-Western Region coat of arms (1964-1967)
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”The Mid-Western Region adopted arms by proclamation of the Governor in 1964. The proclamation recites that:

“Whereas in divers times and places it has been the custom of Rulers to adopt arms or Ensigns Armorial for the greater honour an distinction of their States,” so in this instance, at the request of the Premier of Mid-Western Nigeria the Governor has thought fit to appoint and declare that the arms of the Governor and State shall be as follows:

Per fess vert and or, a Benin Royal Sword (Ada) and a Canoe paddle (Ugoko) in saltire proper. Crest: on a wreath of the colours, a bunch of palm nuts proper. Supporters: dexter, a lion guardant; sinister, a horse, each supporting an elephant’s tusk argent.” Motto: unity and strength.
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by naptu2(op): 4:16am On Sep 30, 2017
matrixme:
Nice post. You forgot Ondo state
Ondo State is at number 17.
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by KendrickAyomide: 6:49am On Sep 30, 2017
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Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by Financialfree: 6:51am On Sep 30, 2017
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Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by MustiizRaja(m): 6:53am On Sep 30, 2017
e good see as everywhere just full with flags coat of arms nd CO I com comment for 2nd page Weldone
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by Origin(f): 6:56am On Sep 30, 2017
That Lagos own is so fine.


Green white green for life.
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by BALLOSKI: 6:56am On Sep 30, 2017
Kogi wins.
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by GeoPee: 6:57am On Sep 30, 2017
And so, hw dat one take solve d disunity
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by BALLOSKI: 6:57am On Sep 30, 2017
Origin:
That Lagos own is so fine.


Green white green for life.
GWG for life.


Lagos no too fine
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by Nbote(m): 6:58am On Sep 30, 2017
Some of d states are jus lazy while others lack creativity.. Dey jus right their names around Nigeria's coat of arms and call it their state logo.. D logos from wen we still had regions are so fine though.
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by BALLOSKI: 6:58am On Sep 30, 2017
MustiizRaja:
e good see as everywhere just full with flags coat of arms nd CO
I com comment for 2nd page
Weldone
you're 3rd to comment.
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by DanielsParker(m): 6:59am On Sep 30, 2017
no Enugu? I'll pass
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by ikoduduakpode(m): 7:00am On Sep 30, 2017
na wa, good info.
Re: Flags, Coats Of Arms, Symbols And Monuments Of Nigerian States by ajulu8000(m): 7:00am On Sep 30, 2017
Interesting space. We need urgent restructure so that each state can reprensent its flag
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