FG Declares Friday, Monday Public Holiday

The Federal Government has declared Friday, June 15 and Monday, June 18 as public holidays to celebrate the 2018 Id-el Fitr.

This was disclosed through a statement issued by the permanent secretary to the Minister of Interior, Lt Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, (rtd), in Abuja on Monday.

Dambazau also congratulated the Muslim faithful on a successful completion of the Ramadan and enjoined all Nigerians to use the occasion of the celebration to pray for the peace, unity, prosperity, and stability of the nation.

He also urged all Nigerians to be inspired by the virtues gained during the Holy Month of Ramadan to live a life of sacrifice, charity, and love for one another.

The Minister wished all Nigerians a happy, peaceful and rewarding Id-el Fitr celebration.