FG declares next Monday and Tuesday public holidays

The Federal Government has declared Monday 17th, and Tuesday 18th June 2024 as public holidays in celebration of this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration.

Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement released by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Aishetu Gogo Ndayako, on Friday, June 14.

The minister who congratulated the Muslim Ummah both at home and in the Diaspora on this occasion asked them 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 statement added;

“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”