The Federal Government has declared October 2, 2017 as public holiday to commemorate the nation’s 57th independence anniversary.
The Minister of Interior, Lieutenant General Abdulrahman Dambazau (retd), disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja.
While congratulating Nigerians on the anniversary, Dambazau urged them to sustain the collective efforts towards maintaining and strengthening the unity of the country.
In a statement by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Abubakar Magaji, Dambazau 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 a lot of progress and positive impact not only on its citizens but also on human development globally.
Magaji said in the statement: “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.”
Dambazau expressed appreciation to Nigerians and the international community for their support and cooperation with President Muhammadu Buhari.
The minister wished all Nigerians a happy 57th Independence anniversary.
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