… urges Nigerians to pray for peace and national unity during Eid-ul-Adha celebration.
The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
The announcement was made in a statement by the Minister for Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, issued on Monday through the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani.
According to the statement, the declaration reflects the government’s respect for the faith and spiritual heritage of millions of Muslims in Nigeria and across the world observing the festival.
Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslim faithful both in Nigeria and the diaspora, describing Eid-ul-Adha as a festival centred on sacrifice, obedience to God and compassion for humanity.
The minister also urged Nigerians to use the holiday period to pray for peace, security and prosperity in the country.
He further encouraged citizens to embrace unity, brotherhood and peaceful coexistence during the celebration.
The Federal Government wished Muslims across the country a peaceful and joyful Eid-ul-Adha celebration.