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August 20 Isese Day: Sanwo-Olu Declares Tuesday Public Holiday For Workers

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared Tuesday, August 20, as a work-free day for all public servants in the state.

The first holiday is part of the activities marking the 2024 Isese Day celebration in the state as well as allowing traditional worshippers to participate actively.

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EKO HOT BLOG Recalls that Sanwo-Olu had earlier officially approved August 20 of each year as an Isese Day celebration in the state.

The Governor’s approval was contained in a circular signed by the Head of Service, Bode Agoro, with Ref. No: CIR/HOS/124/Vol.1/66.

According to the circular, “It is hereby notified for general information that this Year’s Isese Day Celebration will hold on Tuesday, 20th August 2024.

“In emphasizing commitment to give necessary support to traditional institutions, as well as enhance the promotion of indigenous tradition by preserving cultural heritage, Mr. Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has approved that Tuesday, 20th August, 2024, be declared a Work Free Day for Public Servants in the State.

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“Consequently, work resumes on Wednesday, 21 August, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. Accordingly, all Accounting Officers are enjoined to note the contents of this Circular and give it the deserved Service-wide publicity.”

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