Eid-el-Kabir 2025: FG Declares Public Holidays
🗓 Dates:
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Friday, June 6, 2025
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Monday, June 9, 2025
📢 Announced by:
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo
✨ Purpose of the Holidays:
To mark the Eid-ul-Adha (Eid-el-Kabir) festival — a significant Islamic celebration that honors the obedience, sacrifice, and faith of Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him).
🕊️ Government Message:
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Congratulations to all Muslims in Nigeria and abroad.
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Encouragement to reflect the values of the celebration in daily life.
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Call to prayer for national peace, unity, and prosperity.
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Support for reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu aimed at national development.
📌 Reminder:
Nigerians are encouraged to use the holidays for reflection, community bonding, and prayers for a better Nigeria.