Public Holidays and Key Events in September 2024
The public holidays in September 2024 offer Nigerians a chance to unwind and relax, providing a welcome break from work.
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Students often face significant mental, emotional, and financial stress due to demanding academic schedules. Goodnews is, September 2024 is bringing several public holidays, offering students a much-needed opportunity to relax and unwind.
Here are some of the holidays, students can look out:
Eid-ul-Maulud Celebration: The federal government of Nigeria will declare a public holiday in September 2024 to commemorate Eid-ul-Maulud, marking the birth of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. This day, observed in Rabi’ al-Awwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar, will see schools and businesses closed, allowing the public to participate in celebrations and reflect on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad.
Edo State Governorship Election: The Edo state governorship election is scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 2024. Governor Godwin Obaseki is expected to declare Friday, September 20, 2024, as a work-free day to enable public servants to travel to their constituencies and vote. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reported that 125,928 of the 184,438 newly printed permanent voters’ cards (PVCs) have been collected, representing 68.3% of the new cards issued. A pre-election poll by the African Polling Institute (API) shows Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leading with 43% support.
Anambra Local Government Election Anambra state will hold its local government elections on Saturday, September 28, 2024, ten years after the last democratically-elected local government election. The state government is expected to declare a public holiday to facilitate voter participation. Genevieve Osakwe, chairman of the Anambra State Independent National Electoral Commission (ANSIEC), has assured that all necessary arrangements for a smooth election are in place.
Isese Day Celebrations In August 2024, at least four states in Southwest Nigeria declared a work-free day for public servants to commemorate Isese Day, celebrating traditional religious practices.
