The Federal Government has declared Friday, June 6, and Monday, June 9, 2025, as public holidays to commemorate this year\u2019s Eid-ul-Adha celebration.<\/p>\n
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.<\/p>\n
In a statement by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, the minister congratulated all members of the Muslim Ummah in Nigeria and abroad on the occasion of the Eid.<\/p>\n
He called on Muslims to continue to reflect the values of sacrifice, obedience, and faith as demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him).<\/p>\n
\u201cLet us use this solemn period to pray for a peaceful and prosperous Nigeria,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n
Dr. Tunji-Ojo assured citizens that the various reforms and policies being implemented under President Bola Tinubu\u2019s Renewed Hope Agenda are geared towards restoring Nigeria\u2019s path to sustainable growth and progress.<\/p>\n
He wished the Muslim faithful a joyful Eid-ul-Adha celebration, and urged all Nigerians\u2014regardless of religion or region\u2014to work collectively with the current administration in rebuilding the nation.<\/p>\n
\u201cLet us join hands to restore the glory of Nigeria as a great nation,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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