The federal government has declared Monday, March 31 and Tuesday, April 1 as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-fitr.
Eid-el-fitri is the celebration that comes after Muslims’ month of fasting, Ramadan.
The announcement was made on Wednesday by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement issued by the ministry’s permanent secretary, Magdalene Ajani.
The minister called on 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.”
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While calling on Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for peace, stability, and prosperity of the nation, he expressed hope that the occasion of Eid-el-fitr would inspire unity and cooperation across religious and ethnic lines.
The statement reads in part: “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.
“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.”
