The
Federal Government has declared Monday, October 2, 2017 as public holiday to
commemorate the nation’s 57th
independence anniversary.
Minister
of Interior, Mr Abdulrahman Dambazau who made the declaration on behalf of the
government on Wednesday in Abuja, congratulated Nigerians on the anniversary.
He
urged them to sustain the collective efforts towards maintaining and strengthening
the unity of the country.
Dambazau
in a statement by Permanent Secretary, Mr Abubakar Magaji, emphasised
government’s commitment to promoting national unity, economic growth and
political development on democratic principles.
He
noted that in the past 57 years, Nigeria had made a lot of progress and
positive impact not only on its citizens but also on human development
globally.
“The
minister enjoined all Nigerians to remain steadfast in the love and care of the
country, noting that a strong sense of ownership of one’s country is vital to
the sustainable development of any nation,” Dambazau said.
Dambazau
expressed appreciation to Nigerians and the international community for their
support and cooperation with President Muhammadu Buhari.
The
minister wished all Nigerians a happy 57th Independence anniversary.
(Punch)
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