Arise, O compatriots, Nigeria's call obey 
To serve our fatherland 
With love and strength and faith 
The labour of our heroes past 
Shall never be in vain 
To serve with heart and might 
One nation bound in freedom, peace and 
unity. 
Oh God of creation, direct our noble cause 
Guide our leaders right 
Help our youth the truth to know 
In love and honesty to grow 
And living just and true 
Great lofty heights attain 
To build a nation where peace and justice 
shall reign