The Benue State Government has declared Wednesday, June 18, 2025, a public holiday in preparation for the official visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Serumun Deborah Aber, the President is scheduled to embark on a one-day condolence visit to sympathize with the government and people of Benue State following a wave of violent attacks that have claimed numerous lives.

The holiday, the government explained, is meant to enable residents to give the President a warm and dignified welcome. However, the directive does not apply to essential service providers such as healthcare workers, security personnel, and financial institutions.

The statement also urged residents across the state to turn out in large numbers to receive the President and his delegation, describing the occasion as both significant and symbolic.