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National anthem of  Nigeria | |
| Lyrics | Lillian Jean Williams[1], 1959 |
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| Music | Frances Benda, 1959 |
| Adopted | 1 October 1960 |
| Readopted | 29 May 2024 |
| Relinquished | 1 October 1978 |
| Preceded by | Arise, O Compatriots |
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Nigeria, We Hail Thee | |
Nigeria, We Hail Thee is the national anthem of Nigeria. Dating to 1959, the lyrics were written by Lillian Jean Williams and the music was composed by Frances Benda. It was first used upon independence in 1960, until it was replaced by "Arise, O Compatriots" in 1978.[2] "Nigeria, We Hail Thee" was officially readopted on 29 May 2024.[3]
- ^ "Standardised lyrics of reintroduced National Anthem released". 5 June 2024.
- ^ "Nigeria's National Anthem Composer, Pa Ben Odiase, Dies". Gazelle News. 2013-06-12. Archived from the original on 2017-09-27. Retrieved 2013-07-08.
- ^ Akpan, Samuel (29 May 2024). "Tinubu signs bill returning old national anthem into law". The Cable. Retrieved 29 May 2024.