The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Wednesday, June 12 as public holiday to commemorate the 2024 Democracy Day.
This was disclosed on Tuesday by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo in a statement by Dr Aishetu Ndayako, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry.
The Minister congratulated Nigerians on the celebration, urging citizens to remain steadfast on the tenets of democratic governance.
Tunji-Ojo added that President Bola Tinubu is committed to positive reforms to revive the nation’s economy and enhance security.
The statement partly read, “As we mark another Democracy Day in the history of our dear country, let us all reflect on the efforts of our founding fathers and ensure that Nigeria remains a united, secured, peaceful and indivisible entity.”