FG Declares December 25, 26 And January 1 Public Holidays For Christmas And New Year

The Federal Government has announced that Thursday, December 25, and Friday, December 26, 2025, will be observed as public holidays to mark Christmas and Boxing Day. In addition, Thursday, January 1, 2026, has been declared a public holiday for the New Year celebration. The announcement was made in a statement on Monday by Dr Magdalene Ajani, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The statement encouraged Nigerians to reflect on the values of love, peace, humility, and sacrifice associated with the birth of Jesus Christ. Tunji-Ojo also urged citizens, regardless of faith or ethnicity, to use the festive season to pray for peace, improved security, and national development. He further advised Nigerians to remain law-abiding and security-conscious during the celebrations, wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

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FG Declares Friday and Monday as Public Holidays for Easter

FG Declares Friday and Monday as Public Holidays for Easter

The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday. This was announced by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja. Speaking on behalf of the government, the minister extended warm congratulations to Christians across the country as they celebrate the Easter season. He emphasized the importance of reflecting on the selfless sacrifice and love demonstrated by Jesus Christ, who gave His life for the redemption of mankind. Tunji-Ojo called on Nigerians to use the Easter break as an opportunity to pray for peace, unity, and the continued stability of the nation. He reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at driving national growth and development. The minister also urged citizens to show love and goodwill to one another through acts of kindness, generosity, and compassion, especially during the holiday period. He stressed that the spirit of Easter should inspire greater harmony among Nigerians. He concluded by wishing all Christians a joyful and peaceful Easter celebration, while extending holiday greetings to all Nigerians.

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