President Bola Tinubu’s decision to sign the National Anthem Bill 2024 into law, reinstating “Nigeria, We Hail Thee” as the new anthem, has sparked a mix of reactions from citizens across the country. While some welcome the change, many others are questioning the priority of this move, given the numerous pressing issues facing the nation.
On social media, many Nigerians have expressed their discontent, with some calling it a “misplaced priority” and others wondering how this change will improve their lives. Some comments include:
- “There are more pressing issues to deal with, like inflation, security, and the FX market.” (Osi_Suave)
- “Nigeria is facing serious economic and security challenges, but it’s prioritizing changing its anthem.” (Shehu Sani)
- “Changing the national anthem is not going to solve our economic and security problems.” (@iamsirfrenkie)
- “How does reverting to the old national anthem improve the lives of Nigerians?” (@sheikhanalo)
The reinstatement of the old anthem, which was in use from 1960 to 1978, has been seen by some as a step backward, and many are questioning the logic behind this decision. With the country facing numerous challenges, many Nigerians are calling for more practical and effective solutions to their problems, rather than a change in the national anthem.
