The Federal Government has announced the inauguration of a 17-member Inter-Ministerial Committee tasked with organizing the 2024 Democracy Day Celebration. Headed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, the committee is entrusted with ensuring a memorable and dignified commemoration of Democracy Day.
The committee comprises key government officials including Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris; Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo; Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun; Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Abubakar Bagudu; Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar; and Honourable Minister of FCT, Barr. Nyesom Wike, among others.
In a statement released by the Director of Information, OSGF, Segun Imohiosen, the inauguration ceremony was held on Wednesday, underscoring the significance of the Democracy Day commemoration. Akume highlighted the importance of reflecting on the contributions and sacrifices of national heroes and heroines who championed the cause of democratic governance in Nigeria.
The planned activities for the 2024 Democracy Day celebration include a World Press Briefing on Thursday, June 6, 2024; Juma’at Service on Friday, June 7, 2024; Church Service on Sunday, June 9, 2024; Symposium/Public Lecture on Monday, June 10, 2024; and the Presidential Broadcast alongside Parade on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.