In a move aimed at fostering unity and religious harmony, the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has officially proclaimed Monday, August 21, 2023, as a public holiday to honor the traditional religious worshippers’ annual Isese Day celebration.
The announcement was made through a statement issued by the State Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi.
The statement on behalf of the State Governor reads as follows:
” I have the honour and privilege to convey the compliment and best wishes of the Executive Governor of Osun state, His Excellency, Senator Ademola Adeleke to all traditional religion worshippers in Osun state on the occasion of this year’s 2023 Isese Day celebrations coming up tomorrow 20th August, 2023.
” As a government that promotes oneness, unity and religious harmony between the practitioners of different religions in Osun state , Mr Governor has approved, Monday,the 21st of August 2023 as a Public Holiday throughout the state.
“Finally ,Mr Governor while congratulating all traditional religion worshippers and wishing them happy celebrations on this occasion , also wishes to implore them to make the occasion not only peaceful and fun-filled but another opportunity to pray for the government and good people of Osun state.
“The state government wishes Isese adherents a peaceful and rewarding celebration”, the statement from the honourable Commissioner concludes.