Easter: FG Declares Two Days As Public Holidays
The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18 and Monday April 21 as public holidays for Good Friday and Easter Monday, respectively.
This was revealed in a statement on Tuesday evening by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
He extended heartfelt congratulations to Christians across the country on this joyous occasion.
The Minister in a statement by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, emphasised the importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, having to die for the redemption of man.
He also called on Nigerians to use the holiday period to pray for the peace, unity, and stability of the nation.
He reassured citizens of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda, which seeks to foster national growth and development.
He encouraged Nigerians to extend love and goodwill to their neighbours through acts of kindness and generosity.
The Minister wished all Christians a blissful Easter celebration and extended warm holiday greetings to all Nigerians.
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