1st October, 2021
October 1st is an important day in the history of Nigeria, marking the annual celebration of Nigeria’s independence.
TikTok, a leading destination for short-form mobile video, is joining the festivities with a series of innovative trends to celebrate Nigeria turning 61.
Since TikTok became available in Nigeria, it has been a haven of inclusivity amongst locals, uniting Nigerians with hilarious memes, interesting challenges, and fun trends that have appealed to a diverse audience.
Continuing the communal approach of TikTok during the independence celebrations, TikTok is encouraging Nigerians to join a hashtag (#Nigeriaat61) in celebration of the independence, as well as a feature that lets participants share the three things that make them proudly Nigerian.
TikTok will also have a dedicated Nigerian historical facts tab pinned in-app to share knowledge of the country among users and encourage unique and new creations on the platform.
Finally, there will be a specially curated #Nigeriaat61 playlist that will allow users to re-discover some of the greatest music by Nigerian artists as well as enjoy current hits – both of which aim to capture the essence of Independence Day.
As always, TikTok’s commitment to fostering a wholesome celebratory feeling for Nigerians on Independence Day means that it will be one of the most popular things on the Internet come October 1st.