The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, October 1, 2025, a public holiday to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.

The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement signed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on Monday.

Dr. Tunji-Ojo congratulated Nigerians at home and in the diaspora on the historic milestone, urging citizens to uphold the spirit of patriotism, unity, and resilience that have sustained the country since 1960.

He also encouraged Nigerians to keep faith in President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which he said is focused on national rebirth, economic transformation, and shared prosperity.

Expressing optimism about the country’s future, the minister stated that with the collective cooperation of citizens, Nigeria would continue to grow stronger in peace, progress, and development.

He wished Nigerians a happy and memorable Independence Day celebration.