The Federal Government has declared 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 in a statement signed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on Monday.
Tunji-Ojo congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad on the milestone and urged citizens to uphold the spirit of unity, patriotism and resilience that has sustained the nation since 1960.
He also called on Nigerians to keep faith in President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which he said is focused on national rebirth, economic transformation and collective prosperity.
The minister expressed confidence that, with the cooperation of all citizens, the country would continue to witness peace, progress and development.
He wished Nigerians a happy and memorable Independence Day celebration.
