The Federal Government (FG) has declared Monday, October 2, as a public holiday to commemorate the 63 years of Nigeria’s independence, even as the government reveals plan to mark the celebration in a low key.
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr Oluwatoyin Akinlade, Thursday, made the announcement on behalf of the government.
The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in the statement issued by Akinlade, felicitated Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora on the occasion, while assuring all Nigerians of the federal government’s commitment in tackling the challenges facing the nation.
“It is today a known fact that difficult Socio-Economic and Security challenges are global, and Nigeria is not isolated,” the Minister said in a statement signed by Akinlade.
“The government is making efforts to confront the numerous challenges with all the might available until respite comes the way of the country.
“The eminent position of Nigeria in the comity of Nations and the greatness ahead of the country is achievable if we all work together in unity.”
He further noted that Nigeria would remain Africa’s pride and beacon of hope for the Renewed Hope of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Earlier, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, Monday, said during a press conference in Abuja, that the celebration will be low keyed as the FG will not be inviting any world leaders.
He said that the decision not to invite any world leaders for the 63rd independence anniversary was taken in line with the government’s option for a low-key celebration.
