The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria, hosted a celebration of the 248th Independence Day of the United States. The event brought together a diverse crowd, including figures from Nigerian politics, media, culture, and entertainment.
U.S. Consul General Will Stevens welcomed guests to his residence and highlighted the significance of the occasion. “Independence Day, or the 4th of July, is one of the United States’ most cherished holidays,” he explained. “It’s a day when family and friends gather to celebrate the founding of our country, reflect on the challenges we have overcome as a nation, and affirm the democratic principles that have guided us for nearly 250 years.”
