Nigeria@65 in Philadelphia — Flag‑Raising, Reception & Oral History Launch

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Date(s) - 10/01/2025
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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Cultural

Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Flag‑Raising: 3:00–4:30 PM · Philadelphia City Hall (North Apron)
Transition: 4:30–5:00 PM
Reception & Honoring Program: 5:00–6:00 PM · City Hall Courtyard (RSVP required; light hors d’oeuvres)

Philadelphia, the birthplace of American independence, is the perfect backdrop to honor Nigeria’s 65th independence anniversary and to launch a city‑wide Oral History Project uplifting African & Caribbean immigrant voices.

Program hilights include:

• Flag‑raising ceremony

• Recognition of 3 honorees

• Diaspora Advisory Council inauguration

• Launch of FunTimes’ Diaspora Oral History Project and special signature print edition

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Please send inquiries to info@funtimesmagazine.com

FAQ’s

Cost? — Free; reception capacity is limited — RSVP required.

Dress? — Business or cultural attire welcomed.

Accessibility? — City Hall is accessible. ASL available upon request; note needs on the RSVP form.

Media? — Press check‑in on site. Interviews: media@funtimesmagazine.com