Reps pass bill to revert to old national anthem

The House of Representatives has passed a bill mandating the nation to revert to the old National Anthem, “Nigeria We Hail Thee.”

The bill, sponsored by the leader of the House, Julius Ihonvbare, was presented for a second reading on Thursday, May 23.

It was considered by the committee of the whole, approved, and read for the third time.

The bill will now be sent to the Senate for concurrence before being sent to the president for assent.