Monday, March 31, 2025, and Tuesday, April 1, 2025, have been declared by the Federal Government of Nigeria as public holidays to mark the celebration of the Eid-el-Ftr festival after the completion of the Ramadan fast. This declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in warm congratulatory wishes to the Muslim Ummah on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast.
Reports from leadership.ng indicated that the letter, which was signed by the Ministry Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, conveyed the best wishes of the Minister and urged all Muslims to embrace the values fostered during Ramadan – self-discipline, mercy, kindness, and peace. Dr. Tunji-Ojo emphasized the role of love, forgiveness, and unity as key elements in a harmonious society.
The Minister also called on Nigerians to make use of the festive season to pray, praying for the peace, stability, and prosperity of the nation. He hoped that the festive celebration of Eid-el-Fitr would be an integrative force and a mobilizing factor that brings people together and closes gaps in religious and ethnic divides.
Tunji-Ojo also called on citizens to celebrate responsibly and safely without forgetting the less privileged with goodwill and charity—remaining faithful to the spirit of Ramadan and Eid.
