The Federal Government has declared 12th June 2023 as Public Holiday to honor this year's Democracy Day. This was disclosed in a statement on Thursday in the nation's capital by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Dr Oluwatoyin Akinlade who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated all Nigerians on the occasion. She said; “Nigeria’s democratic journey has, like in many other climes, encountered both stormy and smooth sails, 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”.
Moreso, Akinlade congratulated Nigerians on the occasion and noted that, like many other nations, the country’s democratic journey had both smooth and stormy sails.
