In honor of 2023 Democracy Day, the Federal Government has declared Monday, June 12 a national public holiday.
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Oluwatoyin Akinlade announced this in a statement on behalf of the Federal Government.
While congratulating Nigerians on the occasion, Akinlade remarked that the country’s democratic journey has had both stormy and easy sails, similar to that of many other countries.
She 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.
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