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Osun declares August 20 public holiday
TRACKING___The Osun State Government has declared August 20 as a public holiday for hijrah – Muslims’ new year.
The Osun State Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, Funke Egbemode, made the announcement in a statement on Wednesday.
The statement read, “The State Government of Osun wishes to inform the public that Thursday, August 20, 2020, shall be a work-free day across the State.
“This is to commemorate the beginning of a new Islamic year – 1442 AH and afford the Muslim Community in the State the opportunity of celebrating this year’s Hijrah.
“The State Government wishes to emphasize that the holiday is no approval for large gatherings or unauthorized meetings under any guise. Residents are enjoined to observe the safety guidelines against COVID-19 as outlined by the government and the NCDC,” she added.
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