Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has declared Monday, August 21, 2023, as a public holiday to commemorate the annual Isese Day in the state.

Isese Day is set aside by traditional religious worshippers to celebrate Yoruba culture and tradition.

Governor Abiodun had, in an executive order on March 7, 2023, declared August 20 of every year as Isese Day in Ogun State.

The Ogun State House of Assembly, on July 11, gave legal backing to the executive order.

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However, the governor, in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran on Saturday, August 19, praised the existing harmony among the adherents of all religions in the Gateway State.

He said the recognition granted Isese Day was to continue in the tradition of respecting the tradition of our people and ensure the continuation of the unity and harmony among the three major religions in the state.

Abiodun reaffirmed his commitment to supporting and respecting all religions in the state.

Governor Abiodun also expressed the commitment of his administration to promote, preserve, and nurture the culture and tradition of our people.

While congratulating the traditional religion worshippers on the occasion, the governor urged them to celebrate with decorum and avoid acts capable of threatening the existing peace in the state.

The Star