The federal government has declared Monday and Tuesday as public holidays to commemorate this year’s Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.
Magdalene Ajani, the permanent secretary of the Ministry of Interior, announced the vacations in a statement released on Wednesday.
After fasting for 29 or 30 days during Ramadan, Muslims worldwide celebrate the Eid-el-Fitr feast.
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, urged all Muslims to “embrace the virtues of self-discipline, compassion, generosity, and peace, emphasising the importance of love, forgiveness, and solidarity in building a harmonious society.”
The minister urged Nigerians to “pray for the nation’s peace, stability, and prosperity during this festive period,” emphasising that Eid-el-Fitr should foster togetherness and collaboration.
“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,” the statement reads.
“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.”
