The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Wednesday,
October 1, 2025, as a public holiday to commemorate the nation’s 65th
Independence Anniversary.
The announcement was made in Abuja by the Minister
of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government.
Nigeria, which gained independence on October 1, 1960, has celebrated
the day annually as a symbol of unity and national pride.
Call for Unity and Patriotism
Dr. Tunji-Ojo congratulated Nigerians and urged
citizens to uphold the patriotic spirit, unity, and resilience that have
sustained the country since independence.
He called on Nigerians to support President Bola
Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, describing it as a framework for national
rebirth, economic transformation, and collective prosperity.
“With the cooperation of all Nigerians, the country
will continue to grow stronger in peace, progress, and development,” the
minister said, wishing citizens a happy and memorable celebration.
Low-Key Celebration Plans
Meanwhile, the Minister of Information and National
Orientation, Mohammed Idris, announced that this year’s independence
anniversary will be marked in a low-key manner.
Speaking at the Pre-Independence World Press
Conference in Abuja, Idris revealed the theme of the 65th Independence
Anniversary as “All Hands on Deck.”
He noted that activities began with Jummat Prayers
on Friday and a Thanksgiving Service on Sunday. The highlight of the
anniversary will be the unveiling of the National Value Charter,
championed by the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to promote national
pride and responsible citizenship.
The charter outlines the commitments of government
to citizens and the obligations of citizens to the nation.
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