The Federal Government has declared Friday, May 1, 2020 as public holiday to mark this year’s International Workers’ Day Celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Adesoji Aregbesola, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government.
According to a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Georgina Ehuriah, Aregbesola hailed workers for their resilience, patience and understanding.
He praised them for their support for President Muhammadu Buhari administration’s efforts at stemming the spread of COVID-19 pandemic.
Aregbesola, who thanked Nigerians and the labour force for their sacrifices in the current period of trial, said that their commitment and patience will complement the efforts being made by the government and other stakeholders to ensure the speedy control of the virus.
He said that with the cooperation of every citizen as well as strict adherence to the measures being put in place by relevant authorities, the challenges being faced by Nigerians as a result of the disease would soon be put behind.
The minister hoped that the economy of the country would rebound and be stronger after the COVID-19 experience, taking cognisance of the various economic stabilisation efforts by the Federal Government. He, therefore, called on Nigerians to remain calm and be hopeful.
