
The Federal Government has declared Friday, June 6, and Monday, June 9, 2025, as public holidays in celebration of this year’s Eid-ul-Adha.
The announcement was made on Monday by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in an official statement on behalf of the government.
He congratulated Muslims across Nigeria and in the Diaspora, encouraging them to uphold the values of sacrifice, obedience, and faith exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him).
The minister also urged Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the nation’s peace, unity, and prosperity.
“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,” the statement added.