The Federal Government (FG) has declared Monday, June 12 as a public holiday to mark this year’s Democracy Day celebration.
This was made known in a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Oluwatoyin Akinlade.
Akinlade on behalf of the Federal Government congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of this year’s Democracy Day.
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According to her, the countryās democratic journey has encountered stormy and smooth sails, just like in many other climes.
“But the ship of State, its institutions, and most importantly, the Nigerian people have remained steadfast on the tenets of democratic governance”, she said.
āOn 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 countryās democracy.
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āThe Permanent Secretary wishes all Nigerians a Happy Democracy Day celebration.”
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