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FG Declares October 1 Public Holiday For Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary
The government said the holiday will include presidential broadcasts and security deployments as Nigeria marks 66 years of independence.
- The Federal Government declared Thursday, October 1, 2026, a public holiday to mark Nigeria's 66th Independence Anniversary. Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo announced the decision Wednesday in a statement signed by Permanent Secretary Magdalene Ajani.
- Marking 66 years since independence from British colonial rule in 1960, Nigeria also celebrates 27 years of uninterrupted constitutional democracy. Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa served as first Prime Minister, with Nnamdi Azikiwe becoming first President in 1963.
- The NSCDC Federal Capital Territory Command deployed 3,000 personnel across the Federal Capital for security arrangements. This year's celebration follows the theme "From Reforms to Stability: Consolidating Nigeria's Renewed Hope for Shared Prosperity," emphasizing reform consolidation.
- President Bola Tinubu, recently returned to Lagos from Europe, will deliver a nationwide broadcast Thursday. He is also scheduled to attend a documentary premiere on the late politician Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola at the Wole Soyinka National Theatre.
- Tunji-Ojo urged Nigerians to demonstrate patriotism and unity, emphasizing that peace remains essential for national development. He highlighted the country's resilience and human capital as foundations for building a stronger, more prosperous nation.
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Dateline NigeriaFG declares Thursday 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 declaration read more FG declares Thursday public holiday to mark Nigeria’s 66th independence anniversary
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Nigerian Govt declares Thursday public holiday for 66th Independence anniversary
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, October 1, 2026, as a public holiday across the federation to commemorate the nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the official declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, extending warm congratulations to Nigerians both at home and in the diaspora on reaching another […] Nigerian Govt declares Thursday public holiday for 66th Independenc…
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