Nigeria Celebrates Democracy Day
Public Holiday Marks Restoration of Democracy in 1999
Federal Government Declares Wednesday, June 12, as Public Holiday
Nigeria is commemorating Democracy Day, a national public holiday, on June 12th this year, marking the restoration of democracy in the country in 1999. The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, June 12th, as a public holiday to observe this significant event.
International Day of Democracy
The International Day of Democracy is celebrated annually on September 15th, as proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007. This day recognizes the promise of democracy to societies and raises awareness about the challenges it faces in times of global tension and turmoil.
This year, Democracy Day in Nigeria coincides with the first time it has been observed on June 12th, a departure from previous celebrations.
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