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FG Declares Public Holiday
The Federal Government has announced Wednesday, October 1, 2025, as a public holiday to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.
The declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement released on Monday by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani. In the statement, Dr. Tunji-Ojo extended congratulations to Nigerians at home and in the diaspora, urging citizens to uphold the patriotic spirit, unity, and resilience that have sustained the nation since 1960.
He encouraged Nigerians to maintain confidence in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu, which emphasizes national rebirth, economic transformation, and collective prosperity. The minister expressed optimism that with the cooperation of all Nigerians, the country will continue to grow stronger in peace, progress, and development.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo wished all Nigerians a happy and memorable Independence Day celebration.