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Tinubu to observe Eid-el-Kabir in Lagos

The statement said Mr Tinubu would observe Eid-el-Kabir in Lagos, where he would also spend the Sallah holidays.

• June 14, 2024
PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU
PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU [Credit: Wikipedia]

President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja for Lagos State on Friday ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

This is contained in a statement by presidential aide Ajuri Ngelale in Abuja.

The statement said Mr Tinubu would observe Eid-el-Kabir in Lagos, where he would also spend the Sallah holidays.

“The president will mark the occasion in prayers and reflection on advancing the transformation of Nigeria in line with his Renewed Hope Agenda,” said the statement.

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