The Ogun State government on Tuesday announced that it has cancelled the 63rd Independence Day celebrations scheduled for Sunday, October 1st.

The Secretary to the State Government, Mr Tokunbo Talabi, in a statement said the decision was in line with the directive of the federal government to have a “low-key” celebration this year.

The statement partly reads, “Following the directive of the Federal Government that this year’s Independence Day Celebration should be low-key, the Ogun State Government has cancelled all arrangements in respect of the anniversary on October 1st, 2023.

“The decision by the federal government is to reflect the mood of the nation. The state government enjoins citizens of the state to spend the time solemnly praying for the country.

“It is the strong belief of the government under the leadership of Governor Dapo Abiodun that the supplications of the people at this crucial time will be answered by God”.