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FG declares Monday, May 29, as public holiday
The Federal Government has declared Monday, May 29, 2023 as work-free day for all workers in the country to commemorate the inauguration of the 16th elected President of Nigeria.
The declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, in Abuja on Friday on behalf of the Federal Government.
A statement signed by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Shuaib Belgore, said the Minister felicitated with all Nigerians on the momentous occasion, commending them for their faith in democracy as expressed in the nationwide election that produced the President-elect and his Deputy being inaugurated and indeed in all elections across the nation.
He enjoined them to continue to support and promote democracy through adherence to the rule of law and uphold all democratic institutions.
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