THE Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday 20, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, which signifies the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, extended warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations to the Muslims on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan.
Tunji-Ojo charged Muslims to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance and sacrifice manifested during the holy month.
In a statement signed by the minitry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani, Tunji-Ojo also urged Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the continued peace, unity and prosperity of the country.
While wishing the Muslim faithful a joyful Eid-ul-Fitr celebration, the Minister encouraged citizens to celebrate responsibly and extend acts of kindness to the less privileged in society, adding that the Federal Government remained committed to fostering national unity and peaceful coexistence among all Nigerians.
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