Eid-al-Fitr: FG Declares March 19, 20 as Public Holidays

The Federal Government has announced Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr.

In a statement, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani, said the declaration was made on behalf of the Federal Government by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.

The Minister congratulated Muslims across the country on the successful completion of Ramadan, urging them to uphold the virtues of “love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice.”

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He also called on all Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for “peace, unity, and continued progress in the country.”

Tunji-Ojo further encouraged citizens to celebrate responsibly and “extend kindness to the less privileged during the festivities.”

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