FG declares June 12 public holiday
The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, June 12 as a public holiday in celebration of this year’s Democracy Day.
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo who made the announcement in a statement released by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr Aishetu Ndayako on Tuesday, June 11, urged Nigerians to remain steadfast on the tenets of democratic governance.
He said in the statement;
“As we mark another Democracy day in the history of our dear country, let us all reflect on the efforts of our founding fathers and ensure that Nigeria remains a united, secured, peaceful and indivisible entity”.
Tunji also called on Nigerians and friends of Nigeria to appreciate the progress that has been made, and look forward to a better future for Nigeria’s Democracy.
