To commemorate this year’s Democracy Day, the Federal Government has declared Wednesday, June 12, a public holiday.
Naijalog reports that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, extended congratulations to Nigerians in a statement on Tuesday, as conveyed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Aishetu Ndayako.
Tunji-Ojo urged Nigerians to uphold the principles of democratic governance, highlighting President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to implementing reforms aimed at revitalizing the economy and enhancing security.
The statement partly read, “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, secure, peaceful, and indivisible entity.
“The minister also called on Nigerians and friends of Nigeria to appreciate the progress that has been made and to look forward to a brighter future for Nigeria’s democracy.”
Additionally, the federal government has announced a series of activities to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Democracy Day, marking twenty-five years of continuous democratic governance in Nigeria. This announcement was made in a notice issued by Abdulhakeem Adeoye, acting on behalf of the Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF).