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Nigeria Declares Oct. 1 Public Holiday for 65th Independence

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KEY POINTS


  • Nigeria declares Oct. 1 public holiday for 65th Independence.
  • Citizens urged to uphold unity and patriotism.
  • Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda stressed as guiding framework.

Nigeria has declared Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, a public holiday to celebrate the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary.

Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, speaking on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad, calling the Nigeria 65th Independence Day anniversary a moment to reflect on resilience and national progress since 1960.

Federal Government urges patriotic spirit

In a statement signed by Permanent Secretary Magdalene Ajani, the minister called on citizens to uphold unity and patriotism, stressing that these values have kept Nigeria together through decades of challenges.

Renewed Hope Agenda takes center stage

Tunji-Ojo encouraged Nigerians to place trust in President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which focuses on national rebirth, economic transformation, and shared prosperity. He said the administration remains committed to delivering growth and progress.

Nigeria 65th independence day; optimism for peace and development

The minister expressed confidence that, with cooperation across society, Nigeria would continue to thrive in peace, stability, and development. He wished citizens a happy and memorable Nigeria 65th Independence Day.

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