The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, October 1 a public holiday to mark the Nation’s 64th Independence Anniversary. 

 Dr Magdalene Ajani, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, in a statement released on Saturday, September 28, said the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government.

 The minister congratulated Nigerians home and abroad on the occasion.

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

 “Aligning himself with the theme for the Anniversary, the Minister 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. In his wishes, Dr. Tunji-Ojo urged the citizens to continue to be steadfast in nation-building” the statement reads in part