The federal government has proclaimed Monday, October 3, a holiday in observance of the country's 62nd anniversary of independence.
On behalf of the Federal Government, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, Minister of Interior, made the announcement. He wished Nigerians a great independence day and recalled how the country's founding fathers worked together despite their differences in language, tribe, and religion to achieve Nigeria's freedom.
Dr. Shuaib Belgore, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of the Interior, issued the following statement:
"The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, who made the proclamation on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulates all Nigerians on this year's celebration and assures of government's commitment to tackling all the difficulties the country is currently facing and bringing smiles to all the people.
"The world is facing serious economic and security difficulties, which have also had an impact on our country. I can assure you that the government will not forsake the people and that we will continue to meet all of these issues head-on with all the power at our disposal until relief comes.
"Nigeria is without a doubt the leading black nation in the world, Africa's pride, and a beacon of hope because of its warmth, welcoming spirit, and love, as well as because of its untapped human capital and its wealth of land. We will become the greatest nation on earth if we can band together to realize our potential.
"Nigerians are shining like diamonds in the pack, whether in academics, science and technology, business, innovation, music, entertainment, fashion, or culture. Nigeria is a country of over 200 million people, and our inherent abilities, grit, and enthusiasm gleam like the valuable diamond that we are.
"Even while our country has difficulties, particularly in the area of security, these difficulties are only short-term and do not define us. The diversity, power, inventiveness, and resilience of the Nigerian people define who we are.
"We'll overcome every obstacle. There will come a moment when we will reflect back on this time and express thanks to the Most High for the turbulent seas we have navigated and the victories we have achieved over problems that seem so enormous and monstrous right now.
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