Washington DC declares October 2026 ‘Nigeria Day’
The proclamation is another evidence that Nigerians are worthy contributors to the American city.
The Mayor of Washington DC Muriel Bowser has proclaimed October 2026 as Nigerian American heritage month.
She made the proclamation on October 2026 to coincide with the 66th anniversary of the most populous black nation on earth.
The proclamation recognises the history, culture and contributions of Nigerian Americans to the District and the wider United States.
It also recognises the Nigerian Centre and its work supporting and empowering Nigerian immigrants as they build lives and communities in Washington, DC.
There are at least 4,000 Nigerian-born residents in Washington DC.
The document highlighted Nigerian Americans as civic leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators in fields like medicine, arts, science, and technology, while also commending the Nigerian Centre for helping new immigrants acclimate.
It also acknowledged and celebrated ‘’our vibrant Nigerian diaspora and the enduring partnership between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the United States.’’
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