Eid-il-Fitr: Nigeria Declares Friday, Monday Public Holidays

The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Shuaib Belgore on Wednesday.

The Minister while congratulating all Muslims for the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan, called on them to imbibe and practice the virtues of kindness, love, tolerance, peace, self-denial, sacrifice and good neighbourliness, as exemplified by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon Him).

He advised that: “The self-restrain, self-denial, sacrifice and deep spiritual consciousness that accompanied the fasting period should not end but be maintained and improved upon, in order to be a better person and true worshipper.”

Aregbesola assured that President Muhammadu Buhari is fully committed to peaceful transition of government following  successful elections.  He also assured of the government’s commitment to the provision of security for the life and property of every citizen and foreigners in the country.

The Minister commended all security agencies for the successes recorded in the fight against criminals across the country.

He however urged Nigerians to be part of the nation’s security architecture by being vigilant and report suspicious individuals and activities to law enforcement agencies nearest to them, noting that security is everybody’s responsibility. He admonishes Nigerians also to report suspicious activities and persons to the N-Alert application.

Aregbesola wishes all Muslims a happy Eid-il-Fitr celebration and prayed that the peace, blessings and favour of Allah be with them all.

Michael Olugbode in Abuja

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