Arise, O Compatriots
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National anthem of  Nigeria
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| Lyrics | John A. Ilechukwu, Eme Etim Akpan, B. A. Ogunnaike, Sota Omoigui and P.O. Aderibigbe |
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| Music | Nigerian Police Band under the directorship of B. E. Odiasse |
| Adopted | 1978 |
| Relinquished | present |
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"Arise, O Compatriots" is the national anthem of Nigeria. It was adopted in 1978 and replaced the previous anthem, Nigeria, We Hail Thee. The lyrics are a combination of words and phrases taken from five of the best entries in a national contest. The words were put to music by the Nigerian Police Band under the directorship of Benedict E. Odiase.
The Pledge is recited immediately after the National Anthem
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