The Federal Government has declared Monday 29th,as work free day for all workers in the country, to commemorate the inauguration of the nation’s 16th democratically elected President.
The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, made declaration in Abuja on behalf of the Federal Government.
In a statement, the Minister felicitates with all Nigerians on the momentous occasion, commending them for their faith in democracy as expressed in the nationwide election that produced the President and his Deputy being inaugurated and indeed in all elections across the nation.
He enjoins Nigerians to continue to support and promote democracy through adherence to the rule of law and uphold all democratic institutions.
The Minister commends all Nigerians for their efforts at achieving an unbroken civilian rule and successful change of governments since 1999.
Ogbeni Aregbesola charges Nigerians to shun any form of violence and other untoward acts, assuring that with all hands on deck, the future is very bright when the nation attains greatness in all facets of human development.
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