FG declares Monday public holiday

Hamilton Nwosa
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The Federal Government has declared Monday, May 2, 2016 as public holiday to commemorate the 2016 Workers’ Day Celebration.

The Minister of Interior, Lt. Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau (retd.), who made the declaration on behalf of the government, congratulated Nigerian workers for “their resilience, hard work and commitment to the change mantra of President Muhammadu Buhari, despite current challenges.”
A statement by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Bassey Akpanyung, on Thursday in Abuja, enjoined the workers to continue to support the President in his desire to fight corruption, ensure security of lives and property and stabilize the economy through creation of jobs and diversification of the economy.

Dambazau further urged Nigerian workers to re-dedicate themselves to the service of the nation and remain productive for the growth and development of the country, the statement said, adding that the minister wished all Nigerian workers a joyful and peaceful celebration.

 

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