Eid-el-Kabir: FG declares Monday, Tuesday public holidays

The Federal Government has declared Monday, June 17, and Tuesday, June 18, 2024, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Aishetu Ndayako, announced this in a statement issued on Friday, June 14.

Ndayako stated that the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated all Muslim faithful both at home and in the diaspora.

He urged the Muslim Ummah to continue to imbibe the spirit of peace, kindness and sacrifice, as exemplified by Prophet Muhammad.

Tunji-Ojo also urged them to use the Eid-el-Kabir to pray for unity, prosperity, and the stability of the country.

The minister assured that the administration of President Bola Tinubu is committed to safeguarding the lives and property of all Nigerians.

While wishing the Muslim faithful a happy celebration, the minister enjoined Nigerians to take responsibility in the resolve to hand over “a prosperous Nigeria to our children”.