Ruth NWORIE
The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Thursday and Friday, public holidays in celebration of Eid-el-Fitr which marks the end of Muslims holy month of Ramadan.
The minister of interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made this declaration on behalf of the federal government.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the permanent secretary of the ministry, Magdalene Ajani, extended his congratulatory message to the Muslim faithful for their success on completion of their fasting period.
Tunji-Ojo charged the Muslims community to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance and sacrifice, that were emphasized during the Ramadan.
He also called on Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the continued peace, unity and prosperity of the country.
While wishing Muslim faithful a joyful Eid-el-Fitr celebration, the minister encouraged citizens to celebrate responsibly and extend acts of kindness to the less privileged in society.
He added that the federal government remains committed to fostering national unity and peaceful coexistence among all Nigerians.
