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The Nigerian Independence Medal was authorised by Queen Elizabeth II on the occasion of the granting of independence to Nigeria to give recognition to individuals of the Royal Nigerian Military Forces, Royal Nigerian Navy, and the Nigeria Police Force serving on 1 October 1960 and to members of the British Army who were seconded to the Royal Nigerian Military Forces.[1]
Nigerian Independence Medal | |
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Type | Independence Medal |
Awarded for | service in Nigeria at independence |
Presented by | Nigeria, United Kingdom |
Eligibility | Military, civilian and police personnel |
Established | 30 September 1960 |
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