FG Declares Monday, May 1st As Public Holiday

The Federal Government has declared Monday, May 1 as public holiday to mark this year’s Workers Day celebration.

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In a statement signed by Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Shuaib Belgore, the Minister Rauf Aregbesola, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government commends workers across the country for their hardwork, diligence and sacrifice, noting that their efforts are largely responsible for the greatness of the country and the respect Nigeria now commands in the comity of nations.

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Aregbesola further urged workers to raise the bar of their trade in line with the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration’s drive to upgrade governance and make all the people of Nigeria derive maximum benefit from the country.

He assured Nigerians that the administration of President Buhari is fully committed to the security of life and property of every citizen and foreigners in the country and will not slowdown in any area, even as the administration winds down.