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FG declares public holidays for Easter celebration

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calendar_todayApril 1, 2026
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The Federal Government has declared Friday, 3rd, and Monday, 6th April 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Easter celebration.

 

Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated all Christians in Nigeria and in the diaspora on the joyous occasion of Easter.

 

In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on Wednesday in Abuja, the Minister urged Nigerians to imbibe the virtues of selflessness, forgiveness, forbearance, and love as exemplified by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.

 

He called on Nigerians to remain committed to the values of tolerance and community that keep us together as a nation.

 

The Minister reiterated that the goal of the government remains to make decisions that would bring about national rebirth, economic growth, and shared prosperity.

 

“He wished all Christians a peaceful and joyous Easter celebration,” the statement added.

SOURCE: NEWMUSK

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Eon Second02/04/2026

Ope ooo

Eon Second02/04/2026

I don dey expect this newa😋