- The minister encouraged adherents to continue upholding the values highlighted during Ramadan
- He also urged Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the nation’s unity, peace, and prosperity
- Tunji-Ojo further called on citizens to celebrate responsibly and to show kindness to the less privileged
The Federal Government has announced that Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, will be public holidays in observance of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the conclusion of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the government. In a statement released on Tuesday by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani, Tunji-Ojo extended warm congratulations to Muslims on completing the fasting period.
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The minister encouraged adherents to continue upholding the values highlighted during Ramadan, including love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice.
He also urged Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the nation’s unity, peace, and prosperity.
Tunji-Ojo further called on citizens to celebrate responsibly and to show kindness to the less privileged.
The statement concluded by reaffirming the government’s commitment to promoting national cohesion and peaceful coexistence among all Nigerians.
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