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2023 DEMOCRACY DAY: FG declares Monday, June 12 public holiday

“On this memorable occasion, therefore, Nigerians and friends of Nigeria are invited to appreciate the progress that has been made, celebrate the milestones covered, and look forward to a better future for the country’s democracy."- Dr Akinlade.
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THE Federal Government of Nigeria, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has declared Monday, June 12, 2023, as a public holiday in commemoration of the year 2023 Democracy Day celebration.

On behalf of the Federal Government, this development was announced by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Oluwatoyin Akinlade, on Thursday, June 8, 2023, while congratulating all Nigerians on the occasion.

Akinlade, in a statement, said Nigeria’s democratic journey has, like in many other climes, encountered stormy and smooth sails.

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“But the ship of State, its institutions and most importantly, the Nigerian people have remained steadfast on the tenets of democratic governance. 

“On this memorable occasion, therefore, Nigerians and friends of Nigeria are invited to appreciate the progress that has been made, celebrate the milestones covered, and look forward to a better future for the country’s democracy.

“The Permanent Secretary wishes all Nigerians a Happy Democracy Day celebration,” she said. 

THE NATION