Group urges FG to name Nov 16 public holiday in honour of Azikiwe
The late Azikiwe also the Owelle of Onitsha, a traditional chieftaincy position in the kingdom was born on November 16, 1904. Nigeria had also attained the status of a republic in November 16, 1963.
According to the body, “Nigeria attained the status of a republic on Nov. 16, 1963, and this coincides with the birthday of Dr Nnamdi Azikiwe. “The concept is to make that day a National Day. It is regrettable that 57 years after, the significant historical omission has yet to be addressed.’’ “It is on the basis of all these that we urge the Southeast Governors to support and spearhead the initiative for the dedication, recognition and declaration of Nov. 16 as a National Day, to be marked as a public holiday in honour of Zik.
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