In celebration of Eid El Kabir, the federal government has declared that June 6th and 9th will be a public holiday
This is in a bid to mark the Muslim holiday, Eid-ul-adha celebration
The public holiday was announced by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo,
in a statement issued on behalf of the Federal Government on Monday.
The minister congratulated all Muslims in Nigeria and the Diaspora on the occasion,
further urging the Ummah to continue to embody the spirit of sacrifice, obedience, and faith as demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him).
Tunji-Ojo also called on Nigerians to use the Eid period to pray for the peace, unity, and prosperity of the country.
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“The minister assured Nigerians, that the people-oriented reforms and initiatives carried out,
in furtherance of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, is to restore Nigeria on the path of progress.
“While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Eid-ul- Adha celebration, the minister urged all Nigerians to join hands with the present administration
in its efforts to restore the glory of Nigeria as a great nation,” the statement added.
Meanwhile many 9-5 workers are elated with this public holiday, as it gives them the freedom to rest
And also one beautiful thing about this holiday is the celebration with a lot of Ram meat
It is one celebration both Muslims and non-Muslim faithfuls look forward to
Now tell us, who are you visiting this Eid?