Eid-Ul-Fitr: FG declares Thursday, Friday public holidays
The Federal Government has declared Thursday and Friday as public holidays to enable Muslims celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr.
The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement in a statement signed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Magdalene Ajani, on Tuesday in Abuja.
The minister, who made the declaration on behalf of the federal government, extended warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations to Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan.
Mr Tunji-Ojo urged Muslims to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice, which were emphasized during the holy month.
He called on all Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the continued peace, unity, and prosperity of the nation.
Mr Tunji-Ojo also encouraged citizens to celebrate responsibly and extend acts of kindness to the less privileged in the society.
“The federal government remains committed to fostering national unity and peaceful coexistence among all Nigerians,” he said.
(NAN)
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