By Kelechi David
President Muhammadu Buhari has on Sunday directed that all public buildings in Nigeria should fly the national flag in half mast.
He has also approved a work-free day for members of the Armed Forces on Monday, May 24.
This , according to a statement by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, is to honour the memory of late Chief of Staff. Lt Gen Ibrahim Attahiru and others that died in a plane crash on Friday.
The statement reads: “To honor the memory and services of the late Chief of Army Staff and other officers, President has authorized that the National Flag should be flown at half-mast in all public buildings, facilities and official residences with effect from 24th to 26th May, 2021.
The President has similarly approved a work free day for members of the Armed Forces on Monday, 24th May, 2021. “