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Sanwo-Olu declares Wednesday public holiday in Lagos

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared Wednesday, August 20, 2025, a work-free day for all public servants in commemoration of the 2025 Isese Day celebration in the state.

Sanwo-Olu made the declaration via a circular issued by the State’s Head of Service, Huiel Bode Agoro, on Monday, August 18.

The circular was addressed to top government officials, including the Deputy Governor, the Speaker of the House of Assembly, the Chief Judge, Commissioners, Chairmen of Local Governments, Local Council Development Areas, Permanent Secretaries, and Heads of State agencies, among others.

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Agoro said the declaration of the holiday was part of Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to promoting indigenous culture, tradition, and heritage while strengthening support for traditional institutions across Lagos State.

“In reaffirming the commitment of the State Government towards promoting our indigenous culture, tradition and preserving our heritage, while providing necessary support for traditional Institutions in the State, Mr. Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has declared Wednesday, 20th August, 2025 as Work-Free Day for Lagos State Public Servants in commemoration of the Da,” Agoro stated.

The HoS, who added that normal work activities would resume on Thursday, August 2, urged all Accounting Officers to ensure wide circulation of the information across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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