The Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark the celebration of .
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, , in a statement issued on Tuesday on behalf of the government.
Message to Muslims
In a message conveyed through the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, , the minister congratulated Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the .
He urged Muslims to continue upholding the core values of love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice, which define the holy month.
Call for unity and peaceful celebration
Tunji-Ojo also called on Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for peace, unity, and the continued prosperity of the country.
He further encouraged citizens to celebrate responsibly and extend acts of kindness to the less privileged during the holiday.
The minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to promoting national unity and peaceful coexistence across the country.
