By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin 
Lagos State Government has declared tomorrow as a work-free day for public servants in commemoration of Isese Day, an annual celebration of Yoruba culture and traditions.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu approved the holiday to enable traditional worshippers and the public to fully participate in the cultural observance dedicated to promoting and preserving indigenous heritage.
Ogun State Government has announced tomorrow as public holiday to commemorate the annual Isese Day celebration.
The day is set aside to celebrate Yoruba religion and tradition.
The state government, in a statement signed yesterday by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade, said the introduction of Isese Day as a public holiday reflected Governor Dapo Abiodun’s recognition of the vital role Yoruba heritage and practices played in the state’s identity and cultural landscape.
According to the statement, the celebration not only fosters a sense of community among practitioners, but also invites the broader society to appreciate and respect the rich cultural heritage.
Also, Oyo State Government declared tomorrow a work-free day to mark the celebration of Isese Day.
This is contained in a circular issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Olanike Adeyemo, yesterday in Ibadan.
The letter indicated that Governor Seyi Makinde approved the work-free day to celebrate the traditional religious day.
Osun State Government has also declared tomorrow as a public holiday to observe Isese Day.
A statement issued yesterday in Osogbo by the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Abdul Rasheed Aderibigbe, said Governor Ademola Adeleke felicitate s with the faithful of traditional religion worshippers and extends his best wishes to them for a joyous and memorable Isese Festival.