While the Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Friday October 1st as a work-free Independence Day, the celebration, will however be low-keyed, says the Interior Minister, Rauf Aregbesola.
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, in a statement on Wednesday quoted the minister, Rauf Aregbesola, as assuring Nigerians of the present regime’s commitment to eradicating all challenges facing the country.
He, however, disclosed that the celebration would be without its usual pomp as a result of the ravaging COVID-19.
“The minister confirmed that, celebrating Nigeria’s 61st independence anniversary is necessary, but that the safety of the citizenry is Mr. President’s huge concern, especially with COVID-19 third Delta variant still in place. Therefore, this year’s celebration is being held without the usual pomp and pageantry.
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