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Ll The federal government has declared Friday a public holiday in commemoration of this year’s Democracy Day. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, minister of interior, made the announcement on Thursday, according to a statement by Magdalene Ajani, permanent secretary at the ministry. “June 12 remains a significant day in Nigeria’s history in honour of the courage, resilience and sacrifices of Nigerians whose efforts made democratic governance possible in this country,” the statement reads. “Their legacy continues to inform the values and responsibilities of the Nigerian state.” The minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the preservation of democratic ideals, including the rule of law,…

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