In commemoration of the 2024 World Teachers Day, Osun state Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has declared Monday, October 7, 2024 as a work-free day for all teachers in both public and private schools throughout the state.
A press statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, indicated that the holiday is with a view to identifying with all teachers throughout the state on the annual occasion in view of their invaluable contributions to the growth of education sector, not only in Osun and Nigeria, but the world at large.
Congratulating teachers, Adeleke was quoted as saying, “While it gladdens my heart and that of my administration to declare tomorrow (Monday) as public holiday throughout Osun state, I admonish all teachers to use the one day public holiday as a means to cast a look at the past, present and future development of the state in the education sector.
“I am using this opportunity for the umpteenth time to assure you that my administration will continue to do everything morally and officially possible to put smiles on your faces in order to make you happy and fulfilled as purveyors of knowledge in this dear state of ours, Osun.
“Please accept my best wishes and congratulations on the occasion of the World Teachers Day. Happy celebrations.”
