The Federal Government has declared Monday 17th, and Tuesday 18th June 2024 as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration.

The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government on Friday, June 14, in Abuja.

Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Aishetu Gogo Ndayako who disclosed this in a statement said the minister congratulated the Muslim Ummah both at home and in the Diaspora on this occasion.

“The Minister assured that the Administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR is committed to safeguarding the lives and property of all Nigerians.

“While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Eid-ul- Adha celebration, the Minister advised all Nigerians to take responsibility in the resolve to hand over a prosperous Nigeria to our children,” the statement added.