Arise, O compatriots,
Nigeria's call obey
To serve our Fatherland
With love and strength and faith.
The labour of our heroes past
Shall never be in vain,
To serve with heart and might
One nation bound in freedom, peace and unity. 

O God of creation,
Direct our noble cause;
Guide our Leaders right:
Help our Youth the truth to know,
In love and honesty to grow,
And living just and true,
Great lofty heights attain,
To build a nation where peace and justice reign.

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Nigeria
"Arise Oh Compatriots, Nigeria's Call Obey"

Words by:John A. Ilechukwu, Eme Etim Akpan, B. A. Ogunnaike, Sotu Omoigui and
P. O. Aderibigbe
Music by:Benedict Elide Odiase
Adopted:1978

The words to Nigeria's anthem were amalgamated from the best five entrants to a
national contest. The music was by the Director of Music of the Nigerian Police
Band.
