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Tuesday, 22 May, 2012  
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51st Nigerian Independence Day Celebration and Parade in New York City

Date of Event: Oct 6-10 2011

 
Thursday, October 6, 2011 – Welcome Party – The proverbial red carpet will be rolled out for Nigerian youths and the young at heart coming from Europe, Nigeria, and all across North America to participate in this year’s Independence Day celebration. The reception will be held at the upscale Nigerian eatery – FESTAC Ultra Lounge located at 263 Hendrix Street, Brooklyn, NY. Time – 10 PM. Admission is free.
Friday, October 7, 2011 – Cultural Night – Nigerians will demonstrate their embrace of their rich cultures at Brooklyn College located at 2901 Campus Road, Brooklyn, NY 11210.
There will be a fashion show featuring highly talented Nigerian fashion designers and models, as well as live performances by various Nigerian artistes. The annual Miss Nigeria Independence Day Pageant will cap the highlights of the evening, with contestants representing different states in Nigeria. Time: 7 PM – 12 midnight. Admission: $20 per adult, $10 per child under 14.
Saturday, October 8, 2010 – 12 Noon – Parade & Festival – Nigeria Independence Day Parade will commence from East 54th Street and Second Avenue in Manhattan, and proceed to Nigeria House on 44th Street and Second Avenue. This annual parade with its now famous colorful floats and moving live music attracts public officials, tens of thousands of people in their traditional attires, various organizations and cultural groups proudly carrying their banners, and marching bands.
Immediately after the parade, there will be a cultural festival at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza on 47th Street and Second Avenue (by United Nations Secretariat). Various well known Nigerian and other African artistes will entertain the audience. Fun seekers will also have the opportunity to enjoy the tastes of delicious Nigerian dishes.
Nigerian Independence Day Youth Committee
NIDC parade 10/8/11


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