Federal Government Declares October 1 Public Holiday

Photo : Minister of interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo

The Federal Government has announced Wednesday, October 1, 2025, as a public holiday to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.

Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement on Monday on behalf of the Federal Government. He congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad on the milestone.

In a statement signed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on Monday, the minister urged citizens to sustain the values of unity, patriotism, and resilience that have held the nation together since 1960.

Dr. Tunji-Ojo also encouraged Nigerians to continue supporting President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which he said is “anchored on national rebirth, economic transformation, and collective prosperity.”

He expressed optimism that with the collective efforts of Nigerians, the country would grow stronger in “peace, progress, and development.”

The minister concluded by wishing all citizens a happy and memorable Independence Day celebration.