National emblem of Somaliland representing the bright, beautiful culture and people of Somaliland. The Islamic calligraphy above the scales reads the "Bismillah" which if translated into English means "In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful". This is to symbolize that Islam is the official religion practised in Somaliland. The Constitution of Somaliland, as approved on May 31, 2001 by referendum reads: Article 7: The Flag, the Emblem and the National Anthem 2. The emblem of the nation shall consist of a coffee coloured falcon with (the words), in Arabic language, “Allahu Akbar” (God is great) inscribed on its breast. Below the eagle
National Church of Nigeria the church, close to which sits the choir. Stained glass windows which employ a simple but attractive mix of yellow, green and red colours can be seen all around the church. When not being used for Christian ceremonies, it is open to the public. Guided tours are available for anyone interested in having a look. In some cases, members of the public are only allowed to tour the church when accompanied by a guide. National Church of Nigeria The National Church of Nigeria (previously known as the National Ecumenical Centre and officially known as the National Christian Centre) is the