The Federal Government has officially declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, the festival signaling the end of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting.
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, acting on behalf of the Federal Government. In a statement released on Tuesday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Magdalene Ajani, Tunji-Ojo extended warm greetings and congratulated Muslim faithful for successfully completing the Ramadan fast.
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The minister urged Nigerians, especially Muslims, to uphold the virtues emphasized during the holy month, including love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice. He also called on citizens to use the festive period to pray for the nation’s continued peace, unity, and prosperity.
Tunji-Ojo further encouraged Nigerians to celebrate responsibly and to extend acts of kindness to the less privileged in society, emphasizing the government’s commitment to fostering national unity and peaceful coexistence.
The declaration of the public holidays comes at a time when the country continues to grapple with social and security challenges, highlighting the importance of national cohesion during religious festivities.
