FG Declares Public Holidays For Eid-El-Fitr

The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Monday, March 31st and Tuesday, April 1st as public holidays to observe the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made this announcement in a statement released on Wednesday by the ministry’s permanent secretary, Magdalene Ajani.

The minister congratulated all Muslims on the successful completion of their fasting during the holy month of Ramadan.

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He encouraged Muslims to practice “self-discipline, compassion, generosity, and peace,” and emphasized the significance of love, forgiveness, and unity in creating a harmonious society.

Tunji-Ojo called upon all Nigerians to use this festive period to pray for the nation’s peace, stability, and prosperity.

He expressed his hope that the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Fitr would promote unity and cooperation among people of all religious and ethnic backgrounds.

“Dr. Tunji-Ojo also encouraged citizens to celebrate safely and responsibly, while remembering the less privileged through acts of kindness and charity, in keeping with the true spirit of Ramadan and Eid.

“On behalf of the Federal Government, he extended heartfelt Eid Mubarak wishes to all Muslim faithful and prayed that the blessings of the season bring happiness, success, and fulfillment to everyone,” the statement read.

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