Ogun state cancels Independence Day celebrations

On Tuesday, the Ogun State government announced that it will not be commemorating the 63rd Independence Day as originally planned on October 1st.

This, according to a statement from Mr. Tokunbo Talabi, Secretary to the State Government, was in line with the federal government’s order to hold a low-key celebration this year.

According to the statement, the Federal Government decided to hold a low-key celebration to represent the spirit of the country and encouraged residents of the state to spend the time earnestly praying for the nation.

The statement partly reads, “Following the directive of the Federal Government that this year’s Independence Day Celebration should be low-key, the Ogun State Government has cancelled all arrangements in respect of the anniversary on October 1st, 2023.

“The decision by the federal government is to reflect the mood of the nation. The state government enjoins citizens of the state to spend the time solemnly praying for the country.

“It is the strong belief of the government under the leadership of Governor Dapo Abiodun that the supplications of the people at this crucial time will be answered by God.

“We seek the understanding and cooperation of all and sundry as we observe a low-key independence anniversary this year, believing that better times lie ahead of us as a people”.