BREAKING: Jubilation as Tinubu’s Govt Declares Public Holiday, Details Emerge
by by Adekunle Dada · Legit.ng News · Join- The federal government of Nigeria has declared Tuesday, October 1 as a public holiday across the 36 states of the federation including the federal capital territory
- The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said the public holiday is for the commemoration of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary
- Tunji-Ojo urged the people to continue to be steadfast in nation-building as he wishes Nigerians a Happy Independence Day Anniversary
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FCT, Abuja - President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led federal government has declared Tuesday, October 1 as a public holiday to commemorate the Nation’s 64th Independence Anniversary.
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the federal government.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajan, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, September 28, Vanguard reports.
Tunji-Ojo congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad on Nigeria's 64th Independence Anniversary.
As reported by The Punch, the minister said the sacrifices of patient and hardworking Nigerians would not be in vain.
He urged the people to continue to be steadfast in nation-building while he wishes Nigerians a Happy Independence Day Anniversary.
“Aligning himself with the theme for the Anniversary, the Minister reiterated the need for Nigerians to reflect on the labour of our heroes past and be inspired for the tasks ahead, realizing that a Nigeria of our dream can only be built when we unite.
“While wishing Nigerians a Happy Independence Day Anniversary, Dr. Tunji-Ojo urged the citizens to continue to be steadfast in nation-building.”
NANS unveils plans for Independence Day celebration
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) said it is piloting a plan through a series of activities ahead of the forthcoming Independence Day celebrations.
The NANS President Comrade Lucky Emonefe, said it's essential for citizens to rally around their leaders and the country.
Emonefe said the events are meant to express their pride in Nigeria and gratitude to God for survival despite all challenges.