Late MKO Abiola's June 12 Public holiday in Lagos, Ogun,Osun, Oyo

Lagos, Ogun, Osun and Oyo states have declared
today a public holiday to mark the 22nd anniversary
of the annulled June 12 presidential election.
A circular yesterday by the Lagos State Head of
Service, Mrs. Shade Jaji, to all Ministries, Department
and Agencies reads: "Towards the entrenchment of
democratic ideals in Nigeria and in commemoration
of June 12, 1993 as significant day to Nigerians,
Governor Akinwunmi Ambode has graciously
approved today a work-free day."
There will be a public lecture at the Blue Roof of the
Lagos State Television with the theme "Sustainability
of Democratic values the Nigerian Experience".
In the circular, Ambode enjoined public servants to
attend events organised in commemoration of the
day.
A statement byDirector, Bureau of Communication
and Strategy, Office of the Osun State Governor,
Semiu Okanlawon, said the holiday was meant to
mark the day the country united to vote a candidate
of its choice without religious or ethnic
consideration.
According to him, June 12 is significant and central to
the development of democracy that the nation is now
enjoying.
He said: "Governor Rauf Aregbesola has approved
today as public holiday to enable our people observe
the day that Nigerians closed all ranks.
"Nigerians should reflect on the significance of June
12, the sacrifice made by the late Chief Moshood
Abiola."
Oyo State Governor Abiola Ajimobi, in a statement by
the Head of Service, Soji Eniade, said: " Oyo State
Governor Abiola Ajimobi has approved today to be
observed as public holiday."
Ajimobi urged the people to remain steadfast in their
prayers for sustainable democracy in Nigeria and
development in Oyo State.
Secretary to the Ogun State Government, Taiwo
Adeoluwa urged residents to spend the day in
peaceful celebration of the anniversary.


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