The Federal Government has announced that Wednesday, June 12, 2024, will be a public holiday to celebrate this year's Democracy Day. In a statement on Tuesday, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement on behalf of the Federal Government and congratulated Nigerians on the occasion.

Tunji-Ojo said, "As we mark another Democracy Day in the history of our dear country, let us all reflect on the efforts of our founding fathers and ensure that Nigeria remains a united, secure, peaceful, and indivisible entity." He urged Nigerians to uphold the principles of democratic governance.

The minister also reiterated President Bola Tinubu's commitment to positive reforms aimed at reviving the nation's economy and enhancing security. He called on Nigerians and friends of Nigeria to appreciate the progress made and look forward to a brighter future for Nigeria’s democracy. He wished everyone a Happy Democracy Day celebration.

Nigeria originally celebrated Democracy Day on May 29 each year, marking the return to democracy on May 29, 1999, and celebrating the ideals of democracy since the beginning of the Fourth Republic 25 years ago. However, in 2018, President Muhammadu Buhari moved Democracy Day from May 29 to June 12 in honor of Chief M.K.O Abiola, recognizing his contribution to democracy and the significance of the June 12, 1993, election, where Nigerians were denied their choice.

The 2024 Democracy Day will be the second for President Tinubu, who was sworn in as Nigeria’s Commander-In-Chief on May 29, 2023.