FG Declares Two-Day Public Holiday for Eid-el-Kabir Celebration

The Federal Government has announced Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays in observance of the Eid-el-Kabir festival.

The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement released on Monday by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani.

According to the statement, the holiday declaration reflects the government’s recognition of the spiritual importance of Eid-ul-Adha to Muslims in Nigeria and across the world.

The minister congratulated Muslim faithful at home and abroad, describing the festival as a period that symbolizes sacrifice, obedience to God, and compassion toward humanity.

He urged Nigerians to use the celebration period to pray for national peace, security, unity, and economic progress.

Tunji-Ojo also encouraged citizens to promote harmony, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence during the festivities, while wishing Muslims a joyful and peaceful Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

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