The Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, which signifies the end of Ramadan.
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the government. In a statement released on Tuesday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Magdalene Ajani, the minister extended warm greetings and congratulations to Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the fasting period.
Tunji-Ojo urged Muslims to uphold the values emphasized during Ramadan, including love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice. He also called on all Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the continued peace, unity, and prosperity of the country.
While wishing citizens a joyful Eid-el-Fitr celebration, the minister encouraged responsible festivities and acts of kindness towards the less privileged. He added that the Federal Government remains committed to fostering national unity and peaceful coexistence among all Nigerians.
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, which signifies the end of Ramadan.
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the government. In a statement released on Tuesday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Magdalene Ajani, the minister extended warm greetings and congratulations to Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the fasting period.
Tunji-Ojo urged Muslims to uphold the values emphasized during Ramadan, including love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice. He also called on all Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the continued peace, unity, and prosperity of the country.
While wishing citizens a joyful Eid-el-Fitr celebration, the minister encouraged responsible festivities and acts of kindness towards the less privileged. He added that the Federal Government remains committed to fostering national unity and peaceful coexistence among all Nigerians.
