The Nigerian Government has declared Monday and Tuesday as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo who made the declaration on behalf of the government, congratulated all Muslim Ummah both at home and in the Diaspora on this occasion.
Tunji-Ojo urged the Muslim Ummah to continue to imbibe the spirit of peace, kindness and sacrifice, as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim 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 is committed to safeguarding the lives and property of all Nigerians.
While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Ejid-ulAdha celebration, Tunji-Ojo advised all Nigerians to take responsibility in the resolve to hand over a prosperous Nigeria to the children.
