The Lagos State Government has declared Monday, August 21, as a public holiday for all public servants in the state to celebrate this year Isese Day celebration which will hold on Sunday, August 20.
The circular, signed by Mr. Muri-Okunola, the Lagos State Head of Service, stated that Governor Sanwo-Olu’s decision to declare Monday as a public holiday for public servants was “with a view to promoting our indigenous culture and tradition while preserving our heritage.”
“It is hereby notified for general information that this Year’s Isese Day celebration will hold on Sunday, 20th August, 2023.”
“In restating its commitment to continue to provide the necessary support to traditional institutions in the state with a view to promoting our indigenous culture and tradition while preserving our heritage, Mr. Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has graciously declared Monday, 21st August 2023, a work-free day for public servants in the state. Work will, therefore, resume on Tuesday, 22nd August at 8 am prompt,” the circular read.