The Federal Government has announced that Monday 17th, and Tuesday 18th June 2024 have been set as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration in a statement on Friday in Abuja on behalf of the Federal Government congratulated the Muslim Ummah both at home and in the Diaspora on this occasion.
Tunji-Ojo admonished the Ummah to continue to imbibe the spirit of peace, kindness and sacrifice, as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him) and to also use the period to pray for unity, prosperity and the stability of our country.
The Minister assured that the Administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR is committed to safeguarding the lives and property of all Nigerians.
While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Eid-ul-Adha celebration, he cautioned all Nigerians to take responsibility in the resolve to hand over a prosperous Nigeria to our children