To mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration, the Federal Government has declared Friday, June 6, and Monday, June 9, 2025, as public holidays.
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced this in a statement issued on behalf of the Federal Government on Monday.
Tunji-Ojo congratulated all Muslims in Nigeria and the Diaspora on the occasion, urging them to continue to embody the spirit of sacrifice, obedience, and faith as demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him).
The Minister also urged Nigerians to use the Eid period to pray for the peace, unity, and prosperity of the country.
The statement further said, “The minister assured Nigerians, that the people-oriented reforms and initiatives carried out, in furtherance of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, is to restore Nigeria on the path of progress.
“While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Eid-ul- Adha celebration, the minister urged all Nigerians to join hands with the present administration in its efforts to restore the glory of Nigeria as a great nation.”
