Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has declared Wednesday, August 20, 2025, a work-free day for public servants in honour of the annual Isese Day celebration.
The announcement, issued on Monday, August 18, reaffirms the government’s commitment to safeguarding indigenous traditions while promoting cultural harmony in the state.
Isese Day, which pays tribute to Yoruba traditional religion and heritage, has grown into a major cultural observance across Nigeria, especially in the Southwest. In Lagos, the holiday has become a yearly tradition, enabling citizens to partake in rituals, festivals, and communal gatherings that honour ancestral legacies and Yoruba deities.
Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement released by the state government, described the observance as a reminder of the importance of cultural preservation in an increasingly modern society.
