The Oyo State Government will on Sunday October 1, organize March Past at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan for pupils and students of public and private primary and secondary schools in the state to commemorate the 57th Independence Day Celebration.
The government said that Military and Para-Military agencies as well as voluntary organizations, such as Boys Scouts, Girls Guild among others are expected to participate in the March Past, adding that the governor of the State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi will declare the ceremony open by 9am and take the March Past salute.
The State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Mr Yomi Oke stated that the theme of this year’s celebration is “Youth and Economic Empowerment: The Way Forward”, urging that Principals and Head teachers of public and private schools should mobilize their students and pupils to participate actively in all the lined up events including Cultural Display, Novelty March, Cycling and other side attractions.
The Commissioner disclosed that the wife of the Governor, Mrs. Florence Ajimobi will visit homes within Ibadan metropolis to donate food items and some daily needs for them, stressing that there will also be an Interdenominational service at the Government House Arcade to pray for the sustainability of peace, unity and progress in Nigeria by 2:00pm.
Mr. Oke also enjoined all the Heads of Ministries, Department and Agencies (MDAs), Permanent Secretaries and Directors to attend this national event promptly, assuring the public of the safety of their children and wards during March past with adequate security provided for the safety of lives and property at the stadium.
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