Wednesday, May 29, has been declared public holiday by the Federal Government of Nigeria to mark the 2013 Democracy Day.

This was contained in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Annesthesia Nwaobia on Thursday in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory.

According to the statement, the Interior Minister, Comrade Abba Moro had declared the public holiday on behalf of the Federal Government.

Moro urged Nigerians to deepen their participation in democratic governance to enable them pass on the baton of credible and good governance to upcoming generations.



He congratulated Nigerians on the attainment of yet another successful year of the transformation agenda of President Goodluck Jonathan.

Moro urged the citizenry to support Jonathan’s efforts towards improving on democratic governance in the country.

He further urged all Nigerians to continue to pray for the success of President Jonathan’s government towards the restoration of peace and unity in all parts of the country.

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Tolexander: Thank God!

But will be very grateful only if the holiday can be extended to eternity!

Talk to your employer, he/she can give you a break that would last till eternity