The federal government says some routes leading to the venue of the 60th Independence Anniversary, Eagle Square, in the capital city will be blocked ahead of the celebration.
Minister of Information and Culture, who doubles as Chairman, Branding/Media & Publicity Sub-Committee, Inter-Ministerial Committee on Nigeria@60 Independence Anniversary, Lai Mohammed, announced this in a statement made available Tuesday night.
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The minister explained that from the midnight on Wednesday, 30 Sept. 2020, all routes leading to the venue will be blocked as measure to ‘enhanced security’
He added, “Consequently, Shehu Shagari Way, Ahmadu Bello Way, outward and inward-bound Airport Roads and adjoining roads will be blocked to traffic.
“Also, the Federal Secretariat Complex will be evacuated by 2.00pm on Wednesday, 30 Sept. 2020, which means all workers within the precinct of the Eagle Square are expected to vacate their offices from that time.”
