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Eid-el-Fitr: FG declares Monday, Tuesday as public holidays

The Federal Government has declared Monday and Tuesday, April 1, 2025, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

The permanent secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani, announced the holidays in a statement issued on Wednesday, March 26.

Ajani quoted the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, as urging 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.”

Tunji-Ojo also urged Nigerians to “pray for the nation’s peace, stability, and prosperity during this festive period”, adding that Eid-el-Fitr should inspire unity and cooperation.

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The minister equally enjoined Nigerians 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.”

The Star

Segun Ojo

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