Katsina governor declares Friday work-free-day over Tinubu’s visit

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has declared Friday a public holiday to enable civil servants to participate in welcoming President Bola Tinubu to the state for the commissioning of key projects completed by his administration.

Radda disclosed this on Thursday after his address at the 2025 International Workers’ Day celebration organized by the Katsina state council of the organized labour.

“I am pleased to inform you that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be visiting Katsina State tomorrow (Friday) to commission several key projects we have completed over the past two years.

“In light of this, I hereby declare tomorrow (Friday) a work-free day, so that civil servants can join us in giving the President a warm and honorable welcome,” Governor Radda said.

Addressing this year’s theme, “Reclaiming the Civic Space Amid Economic Hardship,” Governor Radda commended Katsina workers for their dedication and commitment to service despite challenging times.

At the event, the Katsina council of the organized labour demanded enhanced security measures, calling on the Federal Government to intensify efforts in securing agricultural communities in the state.

The Chairman of the Katsina State Council of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, and the organized labour, Hussaini Yanduna, made the request at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, Katsina, as he joined the world to mark International Workers’ Day.

He therefore appreciated the commitment of Governor Radda in taking bold steps to ensure peace and stability are enjoyed in the state.