FG Declares Thursday, Friday Public Holidays for Eid-ul-Fitr

FG Declares Thursday, Friday Public Holidays for Eid-ul-Fitr

JOEL OLADELE, Abuja

The Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19 and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark the Eid-ul-Fitr celebration, which signifies the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

The declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government, in a statement signed on Tuesday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani.

According to the statement, the minister extended warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations to Muslim faithful across the country on the successful completion of Ramadan.

Tunji-Ojo urged Muslims to sustain the virtues imbibed during the fasting period, including love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice.

“The Minister urges Muslims to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice, which were emphasized during the holy month,” the statement read.

He also called on Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the peace, unity, and prosperity of the nation.

“The Minister calls on all Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the continued peace, unity, and prosperity of the nation,” the statement added.

While wishing Muslim faithful a joyful Eid-ul-Fitr celebration, the minister encouraged citizens to celebrate responsibly and extend acts of kindness to the less privileged in society.

The statement reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to promoting national unity and peaceful coexistence among all Nigerians.