In commemoration of 2023 Eid-el-Kabir celebration, the Federal Government has declared Wednesday, June 28 and Thursday June 29, 2023 as public holidays.
The declaration was contained in a statement by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Oluwatoyin Akinlade, on Monday.
The statement lol indicates that the Federal Government felicitates Muslim Ummah at home and in the diaspora.
“In the spirit of this special occasion, during which we commemorate the great virtues of obedience, sacrifice and faith, as exemplified by Prophet Ibraheem (Peace of Allah be upon him), Muslims, and indeed all Nigerians are enjoined to make sacrifices for the growth and development of our communities and our great country, Nigeria.”
The statement added, “We are hopeful that the prayers and sacrifices that come with this great celebration, as well as the message of Eid-ei-Kabir, will bring about peace, unity and progress in Nigeria. Happy Eid-el-Kabir to all Nigerians!”
