Celebration by the Embassy of Algeria in Abuja of the 72nd anniversary of the outbreak of the glorious November 1st Revolution 1954-2026
The Embassy of Algeria in Abuja hosted a reception on November 9, 2026, at the Continental Hotel to celebrate the 72nd anniversary of the outbreak of the glorious November 1st Revolution.
The event was attended by numerous Nigerian national figures, led by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr. Abbas Tajudeen, and his wife. Mr. Birame Diop, President of the Economic Community of West African States Commission (ECOWAS), and Dr. Dunoma Umar Ahmed, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, alongside representatives from various ministerial departments and national institutions, also took part in the reception. This gathering was further graced by the presence of heads of foreign diplomatic missions accredited to Nigeria, members of the Algerian national community residing in the country, as well as many friends of Algeria.
While this celebration highlighted the historical significance of the Liberation Revolution and the sacrifices of the Algerian people, the event also served as a resounding testament to the depth and constant development of Algerian-Nigerian relations. Furthermore, it embodied the shared commitment of both countries to consolidate their strategic partnership and broaden the prospects for their cooperation across various sectors.