This resolution expresses congressional support for recognizing Nigerian Heritage Month to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Nigerians and Nigerian Americans to the United States. The measure highlights Nigeria's independence on October 1, 1960, and notes that Nigerian Americans have become one of the fastest-growing and most educated immigrant populations, contributing significantly to medicine, engineering, technology, business, and the arts. The resolution also emphasizes the strong bilateral relationship between the United States and Nigeria, built on shared democratic values and cooperation in areas including trade, security, and regional stability. The measure encourages federal, state, and local governments, educational institutions, and cultural organizations to observe Nigerian Heritage Month with appropriate programs and activities. This is a symbolic resolution with no funding or enforcement mechanisms, serving primarily to recognize and honor Nigerian heritage and the achievements of Nigerian Americans.