BREAKING: FG declares public holiday
The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, October 1, 2025, a public holiday in commemoration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the government. In a statement signed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, the Minister congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad on the historic occasion.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo urged citizens to uphold the values of patriotism, unity, and resilience that have sustained the country since independence in 1960. He further called on Nigerians to keep faith with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which, he said, is focused on national rebirth, economic transformation, and shared prosperity.
Expressing optimism about the nation’s future, the Minister noted that with the collective cooperation of all Nigerians, the country would continue to grow stronger in peace, progress, and development.
He wished Nigerians a happy and memorable 65th Independence Day celebration.
