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Just In: Ogun State declares August 20th public holiday for Isese day celebration

August 19, 2024 • 2 min read

August 19, 2024

By Samuel Ogunsona

The Ogun State Government, led by Governor Dapo Abiodun, has announced Tuesday, August 20th, as a public holiday to commemorate this year’s Isese Day.

This declaration reflects the administration’s commitment to religious inclusivity and diversity in the state.

According to a statement issued by Hon. Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Strategy, the holiday will enable traditional worshippers across the state to observe their special day without restrictions.

He wrote, “Ogun State remains an exemplary federating unit with enviable level of religious cohesion and harmony, even in the face of diversity.

“It, therefore, urged traditional worshippers in the state to celebrate in moderation and respect the right of others religions in the course of celebration, so as to sustain the inherent culture of religious tolerance in the State” He said.

However, he charged the adherents to use the special festive period to pray for peace and economic advancement in Ogun State and Nigeria at large, adding that prayers contribute immensely to the success of every nation”

Ogun State is renowned for its exemplary religious harmony, despite its diverse population.

The government urges traditional worshippers in the state to celebrate moderately, respecting the rights of other religious groups, to maintain the state’s culture of tolerance.