August 19, (THEWILL) – Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has declared Monday, work free day for all public servants in the state, to commemorate the 2023 Isese Day.
Isese Day has been set aside to celebrate the indigenous Yoruba culture, traditions and the preservation of the Yoruba heritage. The Day provides an avenue for traditional religious believers to celebrate and get closer to their creator.
A circular issued by the Lagos State Head of Service, Hakeem Muri-Okunola, stated that the 2023 Isese Day celebration will be held on Sunday, in the State.
Muri-Okunola said the declaration of the work-free day by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is a reaffirmation of his “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.
“All workers are to resume duty on Tuesday, at 8 a.m. prompt.”
Earlier, Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, approved August 20 of every year as Isese Day. He also declared Monday, as the maiden public holiday to commemorate the day.
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