The Lagos State Government has declared Tuesday, 20th August 2024, as a work-free day for public servants in honor of this year’s Isese Day celebration.
This marks the first time the state government has officially declared a holiday for Isese Day.
The announcement was made in a circular issued by the Head of Service, Bode Agoro. According to the circular, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu approved the work-free day to support traditional institutions and promote the preservation of cultural heritage.
The circular reads: “It is hereby notified for general information that this Year’s Isese Day Celebration will hold on Tuesday, 20th August, 2024. In emphasizing commitment to give necessary support to traditional institutions, as well as enhance the promotion of indigenous tradition by preserving cultural heritage, Mr. Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has approved that Tuesday, 20th August, 2024, be declared a Work-Free Day for Public Servants in the State.”
Public servants are expected to resume work on Wednesday, 21st August 2024, at 8:00 a.m. The circular further urged all Accounting Officers to ensure that the information is widely circulated across the service.
