Nigeria declares Oct. 1 public holiday to commemorate independence

Nigeria’s federal government has declared Wednesday, 1st October, 2025, as a public holiday to commemorate the country’s 65th Independence Anniversary.

Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Minister of Interior, who made the declaration on behalf of the federal government, congratulated all Nigerians both at home and in the diaspora on this historic occasion.

The Minister, in the statement signed by Dr Magdalene Ajani, Permanent Secretary in the ministry, on Monday, enjoined citizens to continue to uphold the patriotic spirit, unity, and resilience that have sustained the nation since independence in 1960.

He urged Nigerians to further keep faith in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu, which is anchored on national rebirth, economic transformation, and collective prosperity.

The Minister expressed confidence that, with the cooperation of all Nigerians, the country will continue to grow stronger in peace, progress, and development.

He wished Nigerians a happy and memorable 2025 Independence Day celebration.