Fulham Celebrate Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day With Festive Event At Motspur Park

Fulham FC celebrated Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day with a colourful and energetic event at their Motspur Park training ground in London. The Premier League club shared a video on their official X account on Wednesday evening, showing players and staff taking part in music, dancing, and cultural performances.

The venue was decorated in green and white to mirror the Nigerian flag, with cupcakes topped with miniature flags and staff and players dressed in Nigerian-themed outfits, highlighting a sense of unity and cultural pride. The celebration featured a soundtrack ranging from P-Square’s Beautiful Onyinye to Tekno’s Pana and Fido’s Joy Is Coming, while DJ Semss provided a lively mix of afrobeats and highlife.

Nigeria’s stars at Fulham, including Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, and Samuel Chukwueze, led the festivities alongside teammates such as Mali international Adama Traore. The players joined in traditional dances, combining the club’s professional identity with a tribute to Nigerian heritage.

The event also underscored the significance of Nigerian Independence Day for diaspora communities in London and beyond, commemorating 65 years since Nigeria gained independence from Britain in 1960.

Staff and players celebrated Nigerian Independence Day at Motspur Park this afternoon. 🇳🇬🤍 pic.twitter.com/LP1PCS8MVB

— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) October 1, 2025