There will be no anniversary parade to mark the 65th Independence celebration tomorrow in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the Federal Government said yesterday.

However, other programs already slated for the anniversary will take place, according to a statement by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), Senator George Akume.

The Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the SGF, Segun Imohiosen, explained that the decision does not diminish the significance of the milestone celebration.

The director stressed that other programs lined up for the anniversary will proceed as planned.

He said: “The cancellation is in no way a diminishment of the significance of this milestone anniversary, and the government remains committed to celebrating Nigeria’s 65th year of independence with dignity and enthusiasm.”

Imohiosen said the government regretted any inconvenience caused by the cancellation and assured that activities marking the anniversary would reflect the spirit of national pride.

The director added that the Federal Government was appreciative of the understanding, support, and cooperation of Nigerians, the diplomatic community, and guests.

He urged Nigerians to always support the reform initiatives of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing them as essential to the collective goal of building a greater Nigeria.