Citizens of Kwara State were filled with pride as the state officially commissioned the tallest flagpole in West Africa. The giant structure stands at 50 meters tall and now the region’s record holder. The landmark event took place in Ilorin and witnessed batches of citizens, government officials, and monarchs.
The gigantic flag was seen as a symbol of national patriotism and unity. It squarely represents Nigeria’s green and white flag and is visible from several kilometers away. The project, led by Kwara’s Ministry of Communication, attracted praise from the nationals and locals alike.
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) was moved by the project, which it referred to as a bold reminder of Nigeria’s identity and need for country love. The agency’s director-general had identified symbols like the national flag in creating civic values.
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Nigeria celebrated Independence Day in October 2021 with a historic 60,000-strong human flag formation at Abuja’s Eagle Square. The occasion was given extensive international coverage and was praised for boosting national morale. As was the case with that festival, the Kwara flagpole project is aimed at kindling patriotism among people and promoting peaceful coexistence.
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Kwara State officials said that the project was not just one of scale, but of significance. “This flag symbolizes unity, peace, and the potency of Nigeria,” said a representative at the event. Traditional leaders who witnessed the ceremony also prayed for continuous development in the state.
The government also announced other patriotic initiatives to be undertaken, meant to remind its citizens about their shared heritage and duty towards nation-building. Locals were thrilled and took photos next to the enormous flag, finding it a moment of pride in state history.
