The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration.
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani.
According to the government, the declaration reflects respect for the Islamic faith and the spiritual importance of Eid-ul-Adha to Muslims across Nigeria and around the world.
The minister congratulated Muslim faithful on the occasion, describing Eid-ul-Adha as a festival symbolising sacrifice, obedience to God, and compassion for humanity.
He also urged Nigerians to use the holiday period to pray for peace, security, unity, and prosperity in the country.
Meanwhile, the Federal Road Safety Corps in Kwara State said it had deployed 950 personnel, patrol vehicles, ambulances, and emergency response equipment to ensure safer roads during the festive period.
Motorists were advised to obey traffic regulations and avoid offences such as speeding, dangerous driving, wrongful overtaking, overloading, and the use of mobile phones while driving.
