The Federal Government has announced that Friday, June 6, and Monday, June 9, 2025, will be public holidays in observance of this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebrations
The announcement was made on Monday by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement issued by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani.
Tunji-Ojo extended warm congratulations to all Muslims in Nigeria and the Diaspora on the occasion. He encouraged the Muslim community to uphold the values of sacrifice and faith, as demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him), and to use the festive period to pray for peace and prosperity in the country.
He further reassured citizens that the current reforms and initiatives under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda are aimed at steering Nigeria back on the path of growth and development.
As he wished Muslims a joyful Eid-ul-Adha, the Minister called on all Nigerians to support the administration’s efforts in restoring the nation’s dignity and progress.
