President Muhammadu Buhari
Monday October 2, 2017 has been declared as public holiday by the
Federal Government to commemorate the nation’s 57th independence
anniversary.
According to Punch Metro, the Minister of Interior, Lt Gen.
Abdulrahman Dambazau (retd.) 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 the Permanent Secretary, 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 much 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,”
the statement said.
Dambazau expressed profound appreciation to Nigerians and the
international community for their support and co-operation with
President Muhammadu Buhari.
The minister wished all Nigerians a happy 57th Independence anniversary.
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