The Federal Government has declared Thursday the 19th of March, and Friday, the 20th of March 2026, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, which signifies the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
‎This was revealed in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani, on Tuesday.‎
‎According to her, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, extended warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations to the Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan.
‎The Minister urged Muslims to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice emphasised during the holy month.‎
‎He also called on all citizens to use the festive period to pray for the continued peace, unity, and prosperity of the nation.
‎While wishing the Muslim faithful a joyful Eid-el-Fitr celebration, the Minister encouraged citizens to celebrate responsibly and extend acts of kindness to the less privileged in society.
Edited by Favour Owonibi.