AFRICA

Nigeria Declares Tuesday Public Holiday for Independence Day Celebration

Nigeria’s federal government has declared Tuesday, 1st of October 2024, as a public holiday to celebrate the nation’s 64th Independence Day.

The Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad on this occasion .

Tunji-Ojo commended the patient and hardworking of Nigerian men and women, stating that their sacrifices will not be in vain.

The Minister while aligning himself with the theme for the anniversary, 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.

Tunji-Ojo while wishing Nigerians a Happy Independence Day Anniversary, urged them to continue to be steadfast in nation-building.

Michael Olugbode in Abuja

Follow us on:

AriseNews

Recent Posts

Israel’s Military Says It Has Killed Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah

While Hezbollah has yet to comment, Israel says it killed the group’s leaders at their…

2 hours ago

Adewuyi Remains ED News As Tinubu Appoints Six New Executive Directors For NTA

Tinubu has appointment six new executive directors for NTA but re-appointed Ayo Adewuyi as ED,…

2 hours ago

Lana Del Rey Reportedly Marries Alligator Tour Guide In Louisiana

Lana Del Rey has reportedly married alligator tour guide Jeremy Dufrene in Louisiana, ending weeks…

4 hours ago

Kamala Harris Visits US-Mexico Border Amid Republican Criticism on Immigration

Kamala Harris has made a rare trip to the US-Mexico border, addressing Republican criticisms of…

4 hours ago

Nigeria, UAE Agree On Reciprocal Flight Rights Ahead Of Emirates’ Return To Lagos

Nigeria and UAE have signed a new Bilateral Air Service Agreement, granting reciprocal flight rights…

5 hours ago

Nigerian Navy Destroys 19 Illegal Refineries in Bayelsa, Rivers, Seizes Crude Worth Over N13bn

The Nigerian Navy has dismantled 19 illegal refinery sites and seized several vessels involved in…

5 hours ago