The Oyo State Government has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day to enable residents to celebrate this year’s Isese Day.
The state Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde made the declaration in a statement signed on Wednesday by the Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Prof. Musibau Babatunde.
The statement noted that the move was in recognition of the cultural significance of Isese Day and its importance to the people of Oyo State.
According to the memo, the governor extended his felicitations to adherents of African Traditional Religion across Oyo State, Nigeria, and beyond, wishing them a successful and spiritually enriching celebration.
Governor Makinde reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fairness across all religions, expressing gratitude to traditional worshippers for supporting his government over the past seven years.
The memo noted that the work-free day will enable workers and residents to fully participate in the celebration of the state’s cultural heritage and pray for the peace, unity, and stability of the state in particular, and the country in general.
Recall that governor Makinde introduced the Isese Day celebration as part of his administration’s visionary efforts to honour adherents of traditional religion and harness cultural tourism as a driver of economic growth.
