June 12: Ekiti Governor declares Monday public holiday

The Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has declared Monday as public holiday in honour of the winner of the June 12, 1993 Presidential Election, the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola.

Ogun, Ondo and Oyo states had earlier declared Monday as public holiday in commemoration of the 24th anniversary of the June 12 incident.

In a statement issued on Sunday in Ado Ekiti, Fayose said he took the decision to join his other colleagues in the South West in the spirit of unity of the region.

He said, “Youruba nation’s interest is beyond personal interest of anyone. For us to forge ahead as a people, we must speak with one voice.

“In the light of this, I declare Monday a public holiday to further strengthen our collective belief, hope and aspirations.

“This, I have done in the spirit of Yoruba nation and South West integration.”

Recall that the late Bashorun Moshood Abiola won the election adjudged to be the most credible in the history of the country.

However, his victory was annulled by the then military Head of State, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida (retd.).

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