The Federal Government has declared Friday, June 12, 2020 as public holiday to mark this year’s Democracy Day Celebration.
The
Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola made the declaration on behalf of
the Federal Government in a statement signed by his Permanent Secretary
and congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad for the entrenchment of
democratic rule in the country.
Aregbesola commended the heroes
of democracy for their dogged determination and sacrifice which gave
birth to Democratic Governance in Nigeria.
He then appealed to
all Nigerians to cherish these selfless efforts and collaborate with the
President Muhammadu Buhari-led Administration to ensure the realization
of the democratic ideals which these Patriots fought for, with their
lives.
The Minister who reassured the Federal Government’s
commitment to battling the scourge of COVID-19 with the cooperation of
all Nigerians, advised them to take responsibility by stopping the
spread of the virus. He also called on them to stay safe by observing
physical and social distancing, personal and respiratory hygiene, as
well as other regulations issued by relevant authorities.