The Federal Government has declared Monday 17th, and Tuesday 18th June 2024 public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration.
A statement by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Aishetu Ndayako, said, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration on Friday while congratulating all the Muslim Ummah.
According to the statement, the Minister called on the Muslim 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 was committed to safeguarding the lives and property of all Nigerians.
While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Eid-ul- Adha celebration, the Minister advised all Nigerians to take responsibility in the resolve to hand over a prosperous Nigeria to our children.