BREAKING: Nigerian Govt Declares Public Holiday – Details

The federal government has declared Thursday a public holiday to mark this year’s Workers’ Day, celebrated annually on May 1.......➡️CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLES HERE.

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the holiday in a statement issued on Tuesday.

Tunji-Ojo hailed Nigerian workers for their diligence and sacrifice, recognizing their efforts as contributors to the country’s internal and external growth.

The minister reiterated the need for peace to drive industrialization and economic growth and urged workers to imbibe the culture of innovation and productivity.

“There is dignity in labor; the dedication and commitment to the work we do is vital to nation-building.

“This administration is fully committed to the security of life and property of every citizen and foreigner in the country.

“While wishing workers a happy celebration, the Honourable Minister urged Nigerians to keep hope alive as the present administration of President Bola Tinubu is committed to the Renewed Hope Agenda he has promised,” the statement read.

The minister also urged workers to raise the bar of their trade, noting that it would improve governance and enable citizens to derive maximum benefit from the nation’s wealth and resources.