Federal government has declared Monday, June 17 and 18 as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha (Sallah) celebration.
Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration yesterday on behalf of the federal government.
Tunji-Ojo congratulated all Muslim Ummah both at home and in the Diaspora on this occasion.
He 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, in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Aishetu Ndayako, assured that the administration of President Bola Tinubu is 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.
