FG declares Monday, Tuesday public holidays to mark muslim Eid-ul-Adha

The Federal Government has announced Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th as public holidays to mark this year’s Muslim Eid-ul-Adha celebration.

The announcement was made by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Dr Aishetu Gogo Ndayako.

In a statement on Friday in Abuja by the permanent secretary stated that the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government.

She said the minister congratulates the Muslim Ummah both at home and in the Diaspora on this occasion.

“Tunji-Ojo called on the Ummah to continue to imbibe the spirit of peace, kindness and sacrifice, as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him) and to also use the period to pray for unity, prosperity and the stability of our country.

“The Minister assured that the Administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) is committed to safeguarding the lives and property of all Nigerians.

“While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Eid-ul- Adha celebration, the Minister advised all Nigerians to take responsibility in the resolve to hand over a prosperous Nigeria to our children”, the statement added.