The Federal Government has announced Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to commemorate the Eid-el-Fitr celebration, marking the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, extending congratulations to Muslim faithful for successfully completing the fasting period.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Magdalene Ajani, the minister urged Muslims to uphold the values imbibed during Ramadan.
“I congratulate all Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast. I urge you to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice that were emphasised during the holy month,” Tunji-Ojo said.
He also called on Nigerians to use the festive period as an opportunity to pray for national peace and unity.
“As we celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, I encourage all citizens to continue to pray for the peace, unity, and prosperity of our dear country,” he added.
The minister further advised Nigerians to celebrate responsibly and extend kindness to vulnerable members of society.
“Let us use this period to show compassion and support to the less privileged, while promoting peaceful coexistence across communities,” he said.
Tunji-Ojo reiterated the government’s commitment to fostering unity among Nigerians, expressing hope that the celebration would strengthen harmony across religious and ethnic lines.
