The Nigerian Government has declared Monday, March 31st, and Tuesday, April 1st, 2025, as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Government extended warm congratulations to the Muslim Ummah on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast.
Tunji-Ojo urged 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.
Furthermore, the Minister called on Nigerians to use this festive period to pray for the nation’s peace, stability, and prosperity.
He hoped that Eid-el-Fitr’s joyous occasion would inspire unity and cooperation across religious and ethnic lines.
Tunji-Ojo also encouraged citizens 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.
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