Fasting is one of the five basic obligations for Muslims.
APC called on Nigerians, especially the Muslim faithful, to pray for the country’s unity, security and progress as they celebrate Eid-el-Fitr.
The CP said police personnel would be deployed to strengthen security around worship centres and other public places during the celebration.
Atiku congratulated Muslims on completing the Ramadan fast, saying that the lessons from the fast should remain abiding even after the holy month has passed.
In his Sallah message to officers of the Armed Forces of Nigeria on Tuesday in Abuja, the CDS appealed to all Nigerians to extend their love and support to the personnel.
President Bola Tinubu has appealed to all Nigerians to come together and rededicate themselves to the noble duty of building the nation.
The federal government earlier on Monday announced Tuesday and Wednesday as holidays for eid-el-Fitr.
Mr Alia advised Muslim Ummah to uphold the lessons of kindness, forgiveness and sacrifice which the month of Ramadan taught.
“We believe strongly that with this prayer, Allah will guide our leaders aright and eliminate the pocket of challenges confronting us as a nation,’’ he said.
Pope Francis has denounced abortions and the carrying of children by surrogate mothers as grave offences against human dignity.
