The Governor Ademola Adeleke-led Osun State government has cancelled the October 1 celebrations of Nigeria’s Independence Day in the state.
Governor Adeleke’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, in a statement on Friday said that the governor rather asked the people of the state to pray over the state of Nigeria and for the continuous peace and prosperity of the country.
According to Rasheed, Governor Adeleke said, “Let us use Independence Day to meditate and pray on the state of our nation. Our people are passing through tough times. It is time to take stock and seek divine intervention and guidance in the affairs of our nation.
“I greet Osun people and Nigerians in general as the Independence Day knocks at our doors. Here in Osun, we will celebrate with meditation and prayers.”
Nigeria’s 63rd Independence Day celebration will be held on Sunday, October 1, 2023 across the country while the federal government has also declared Monday public holiday as part of the Independence Day celebration.
