FG Declares October 1 Public Holiday To Mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, October 1, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement issued on Wednesday by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Magdalene Ajani.
Tunji-Ojo congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad, describing the country’s human and natural resources as significant assets capable of driving national prosperity.
The minister called on Nigerians to uphold peace, unity and patriotism, stressing that stability remained essential to national development.
He urged citizens to draw inspiration from the nation’s founding fathers by contributing to the building of a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria for future generations.
“As we celebrate 66 years of our independence, we should always remember that there is hope for our country and our diversity is our strength, and our collective determination remains the foundation upon which a stronger and more prosperous nation will be built,” he said.
Tunji-Ojo further assured Nigerians that the Federal Government, under the Renewed Hope Agenda, remained committed to improving the welfare of citizens and honouring the contributions of the country’s past heroes.
He urged Nigerians to use the anniversary to promote national unity, peaceful coexistence, mutual respect and patriotism.
The minister also reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening national security, improving public safety and creating an environment where Nigerians can live, work and pursue their legitimate aspirations with confidence.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement issued on Wednesday by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Magdalene Ajani.
Tunji-Ojo congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad, describing the country’s human and natural resources as significant assets capable of driving national prosperity.
The minister called on Nigerians to uphold peace, unity and patriotism, stressing that stability remained essential to national development.
He urged citizens to draw inspiration from the nation’s founding fathers by contributing to the building of a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria for future generations.
“As we celebrate 66 years of our independence, we should always remember that there is hope for our country and our diversity is our strength, and our collective determination remains the foundation upon which a stronger and more prosperous nation will be built,” he said.
Tunji-Ojo further assured Nigerians that the Federal Government, under the Renewed Hope Agenda, remained committed to improving the welfare of citizens and honouring the contributions of the country’s past heroes.
He urged Nigerians to use the anniversary to promote national unity, peaceful coexistence, mutual respect and patriotism.
The minister also reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening national security, improving public safety and creating an environment where Nigerians can live, work and pursue their legitimate aspirations with confidence.
