The federal government has declared October 2 a public holiday in commemoration of Nigeria’s 63rd independence anniversary on October 1.
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the minister of interior, announced this via a statement on Thursday.
The Minister congratulated Nigerians on the celebration and assured citizens of the Bola Tinubu-led government’s commitment to tackling the multifaceted challenges bedevilling the nation.
He said the current administration, through the “Renewed Hope Agenda”, would ensure a better Nigeria for all citizens “as a befitting tribute to our heroes past.”
Ezinwanne Onwuka, senior staff reporter and columnist with WAP is a Nigerian-based writer and content developer. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Her interests include reading, writing, researching and graphic designing.
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