Federal Secretariat shut down for independence celebrations
Ahead of the preparation to mark Nigeria’s 60th Independence anniversary on October 1, the Federal Government has ordered that the Federal Secretariat Phase1-3 be shutdown from 2pm, Wednesday, 30th September, 2020.
The Head of Service of the Federation, Dr Folasade Yemi-Esan, announced this in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.
The Head of Service said the measure is put in place to further enhance security in and around Eagle Square, venue of the Independence ceremony located in the heart of Abuja.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports the Thursday parade and presidential broadcast are the climax of the events lined up for the 60th independence anniversary celebration.
NAN reports that the celebration has been in full swing following the launch of the theme and logo by the president.
So far, a public lecture, Special Jumat Service, an Inter-denominational Church Service and the launch of the National Ethics and Integrity Policy as well as the Integrity Award to commemorate the 20th anniversary of ICPC have been held.
