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Nigeria: Makinde directs Oyo workers to wear ‘aso oke’ every Thursday

Nigeria: Makinde directs Oyo workers to wear ‘aso oke’ every Thursday

Africa Links 24 with Rachael Omidiji
Published on 2025-01-29 19:58:07

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has directed all civil and public servants in the state to wear native attires with a touch of traditional ‘Aso Oke’ every Thursday, in addition to the existing native Friday tradition.

The directive, issued to heads of ministries and agencies on Monday 27, was said to be a way to preserve Yoruba culture while stimulating the local economy.

According to a circular from the Office of the Head of Service, the policy seeks to “showcase and preserve Oyo…

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