I

Nigeria, we hail thee,

Our own dear native land,

Though tribe and tongue may differ,

In brotherhood we stand

Nigerians all,

Are proud to serve our sovereign Motherland.

II

Our flag shall be a symbol

That truth and justice reign,

In peace or battle honoured,

And this we count as gain,

To hand on to our children

A banner without stain.

III

O God of all creation,

Grant this our one request:

Help us to build a nation

Where no man is oppressed,

And so with peace and plenty

Nigeria may be blessed.

I pledge to Nigeria my country.

To be faithful, loyal and honest.

To serve Nigeria with all my strength.

To defend her unity, and uphold her honour and glory.

So help me God.