How has Nigeria changed since independence? Drastically and yet progressively. The Nigeria that, at independence, brought pride and joy that accompany the feeling that one is associated with a successful country is partly still there. Only this new generation is forging forward to effect changes that have been put in place by past leaders. At independence and some years after, we had every reason to radiate feelings of self-accomplishment. We had vanquished the invincible colonial rulers. Pragmatic charismatic leaders, who promised things and delivered things, were visible at every phase of our lives: The sense of national unity was overwhelming. No one preached to anyone about the need for hard work or the need for patriotism. It was the Age of Innocence, when professional groups placed service to society ahead of financial incentive. Teachers put in extra hours after school without extra pay. Heaven was the place where people went outside of this earth to receive commendation, compensation or justice for unheralded acts of great courage on earth.
At independence and soon after, everyone knew what was acceptable and what was unacceptable conduct. It was a Nigeria that promised things and delivered things to the people. Unity and cooperation were in abundance. Ethnic distrust and tension were not self-evident. It was the Age of the Good Life. How has Nigerian change, read at Nigeria and independence again, you will find the answers there.
How have Nigerians in the U.S. changed since Nigeria's independence? They are taking steps to teach their children this new generation their heritage, culture. Looking beyond the past and creating leadership quality in them to do better than their predecessors. They young shall not only grow but will strive to outdo their elders in terms of community image building.
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We invite your support of this 3day carnival taking place at the all saints community center on 13403 Renn road (Bissonnet and Synott). Bring your friends and family to come have a grand time while doing something positive. As we clink glasses, dance, jubilate and raise money for hunger, we must not forget the huge tasks ahead. We must ponder over soul-searching questions and find solutions quickly to rebuild, rebrand our country before the nation succumbs to the weight of social and political restlessness. At 47, we must toast the nation's resilience in surviving all manner of challenges. We must get back to the drawing board and repledge our vows to our country.
"I Pledge to Nigeria my Country, to be faithful, loyal and honest. To server Nigeria with all my strength, to defend her unity and uphold her honor and glory, so help me God.
As the nation forges ahead in a new direction and presidency, we all need to get back to the drawing board and decide what is best for our nation, renew our pledges to our country, reshape our perspectives and recognize the responsibilities to our Country. The more we work together as a team to rebuild Nigeria, the more successful all our efforts will be. We can do all things in togetherness if all our visions for our country becomes realities, deeper commitments, and selfless efforts. After aren't we all stakeholders in the success of Nigeria?
We believed young people had to form a network in order to achieve personal success and contribute to the success of their homeland and the community they currently reside which is why the Houston Carnival will play an important role in developing the youth, the community and helping to raise Funds for Children in NEED. We are promoting integrity and excellence amongst ourselves, the youth and other people as well as creating a philanthropic atmosphere for a healthy, unbiased community. A community of family, cooperation, togetherness and unity building.
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