UNILAG Releases Guidelines on Proper Rendition of National Anthem and Pledge
Summary
UNILAG releases guidelines on National Anthem and Pledge rendition following NOA standards. Only first stanza for regular events, full anthem for national occasions.
UNILAG Releases Guidelines on Proper Rendition of National Anthem and Pledge
The University of Lagos has issued comprehensive guidelines aligned with the National Orientation Agency (NOA) standards regarding proper rendition of Nigeria's National Anthem and Pledge at official university events.
Key Guidelines
National Anthem Usage
The institution specifies that only the first stanza of the Nigerian National Anthem should be sung or recited during regular university functions. The complete three-stanza anthem is reserved for significant national occasions including:
- Independence Day celebrations
- Presidential inaugurations
- Armed Forces Remembrance Day
- Democracy Day (June 12)
- National Assembly inaugurations
National Prayer Protocol
The third stanza of the National Anthem serves a ceremonial function and should be recited as the National Prayer at the beginning of an event.
Pledge Requirement
University community members must ensure the National Pledge is recited at the end of every official event.
Purpose
These guidelines aim to uphold national values and symbols with appropriate respect and decorum throughout the university community. All staff and students are expected to comply with these directives during official functions.
