The Federal Government has declared Thursday, July 30 and Friday, July 31 as public holiday for the celebration of Eid-el-Kabir.
The declaration of the holiday is contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Georgina Ehuriah.
Ehuriah stated that the Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, while congratulating muslims urged them to imbibe the spirit of love, peace and sacrifice.
Her words: “He called on the Muslims to continue to imbibe the spirit of love, peace, kindness and sacrifice, as exemplified by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon Him) and to also use the period to pray for peace, unity, prosperity and the stability of the country especially as the world is witnessing global health challenges caused by Covid-19 pandemic.”
She pointed out that the minister also emphasised the commitment of the government to the battle against coronavirus.
The minister also urged Nigerians to observe the measures put in place to prevent the spread of the disease.
