Oyo declares Monday work-free day

Oyo State has declared Monday, August 1, a work-free day to mark the new Islamic calendar year, 1st Muharam (Hijrah) 1444 AH.

The Secretary to the State Government, Mrs. Olubamiwo Adeosun, confirmed the development on Friday.

Adeosun said;

“The governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde (FNSE) has declared Monday, Aug. 1, 2022, as a work-free day in the state.

“It is to commemorate and celebrate the new Islamic calendar year of 1st Muharram (Hijrah) 1444 AH.

“He enjoined all and sundry to use the occasion to pray for the peace, unity and progress of the state in particular and the country in general.’’