Lagos State Government has declared next Monday a holiday in commemoration of Year 2023 Isese Day (Tradition Day), for traditional worshippers which comes up on August 20.
This was announced in a statement by the Head of Service, HoS, in Lagos State, Hakeem Muri-Okunola.
The statement reads:”It is hereby notified for general information that this Year’s Isese Day celebration will hold on Sunday, 20th August, 2023.
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“In restating its commitment to continue to provide necessary support to traditional institutions in the State with a view to promoting our indigenous culture and tradition while preserving our heritage, Mr. Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has graciously declared Monday, 21st August, 2023, a Work Free Day for Public Servants in the State.
“Work will therefore resume on Tuesday, 22nd August at 8a.m. prompt.
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“Accordingly, Accounting Officers of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) are hereby enjoined to take note of the contents of this Circular and give it the deserved Service-wide publicity.”
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