What to know

• Lagos State Government has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day to enable residents and visitors to participate in this year’s Ìṣẹ̀ṣe Day celebrations. The state government expects more than three million people to take part in activities markin...S1
• Ogun has become the second state to declare a public holiday for Isese Day 2026. The state explained the reason for the holiday as other details emerged.S2