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    Nigeria jpg [ 5.41 kB , 350.7014028056112 x 700 ] three equal vertical bands of green (hoist side), white, and green; the color green represents the forests and abundant natural wealth of the country, white stands for peace and unity

  2. Jan 23, 2020 · The Nigerian flag is one of the national symbols of Nigeria. It differentiates our nation from every other country around the world. Even non-nationals can tell when they notice the brimming green-coloured stripes separated by a white band; the same way you can tell the difference when you see the flag of Great Britain, China and so many other countries around the world.

  3. Nov 2, 2018 · Thus, the national flag of Nigeria truly reflects the Nigerian nationalistic fervour and sentiments. Basically, the design of the flag is a vertical bicolour triband of a green, white and green; charged with the coat of arms in the centre. The flag of Nigeria was designed in 1959 and first officially hoisted on 1 October 1960.

  4. The Nigerian flag is a vertical bicolour triband of green, white and green. The two green stripes represent Nigeria's natural wealth, while the white band represents peace. It was designed in 1959 by Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi and was officially adopted on October 1, 1960.

  5. Apr 21, 2024 · History of the Nigerian Flag. Nigeria was made up of several states where the slave trade was active in the 17 th century. The British ruled these states and turned them into protectorates, and the Union Jack was the flag raised in these areas. In 1914, Nigeria was established by joining these states together but was still a British colony.

  6. The flag of Nigeria between 1914 and 1960 was a British Blue Ensign with a green six-pointed star described as the Seal of Solomon, [1] surrounding a Tudor Crown (changed to St Edward's Crown in 1953) [2] with the white word "Nigeria" under it on a red disc. It was adopted by the Colony and Protectorate of Nigeria following the amalgamation of ...

  7. The Nigerian National Flag is divided vertically into three equal parts. The central part is white and the two other parts are green. The green of the flag represents agriculture and the white Unity and Peace. The white is immaculate white and the emerald green is popularly known as the Nigerian Green.