FG Declares 2-Day Public Holiday for Eid-ul- Adha Celebration

The Federal Government has declared Monday 17th, and Tuesday 18th June as public holidays to mark 2024 Sallah celebrations.

Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo announced the holiday on behalf of the Federal Government on Friday afternoon.

The minister congratulated Muslim Ummah both at home and in the Diaspora on this occasion.

Tunji-Ojo called on 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, the Minister advised all Nigerians to take responsibility in the resolve to hand over a prosperous Nigeria to our children”, the statement added.

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