JUST IN: FG Declares Public Holiday

The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, May 27, 2025, as a public holiday in honour of this year’s Children’s Day celebration, DTRUTH INSIGHTS has learnt.

Although an official announcement was yet to be released at the time of filing this report, authoritative sources within the Ministry of Interior confirmed to our correspondent that the declaration would be made public later today.

“It’s already been approved. The Minister will issue a formal statement shortly. All arrangements have been concluded to mark May 27 as a work-free day across the country,” a senior official at the ministry, who declined to be named, said.

Children’s Day is celebrated annually in Nigeria on May 27 to honour and promote the rights and welfare of children. It is typically marked by parades, educational events, and various activities involving schoolchildren.

This year’s edition is expected to feature official ceremonies at the federal and state levels, with several ministries and agencies already releasing their programmes for the day.

The public holiday will give children across the nation the opportunity to fully participate in these events and draw attention to issues affecting their well-being.