FG Declares June 12 as Public Holiday

The Federal Government has announced Monday, June 12 as public holiday in honour of the 2023 Democracy Day event.

This was said by the Federal Government's Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Oluwatoyin Akinlade.

While congratulating Nigerians on the occasion, Akinlade remarked that the country's democratic journey has both rough and easy sails, as it has in many other nations.

Her Speech

Dr Oluwatoyin Akinlade said, “But the ship of State, its institutions and most importantly, the Nigerian people have remained steadfast on the tenets of democratic governance.”

“On this memorable occasion therefore, Nigerians and friends of Nigeria are invited to appreciate the progress that has been made, celebrate the milestones covered and look forward to a better future for the country’s democracy.

“The Permanent Secretary wishes all Nigerians a Happy Democracy Day celebration, ” the statement added.