Ahead of Easter celebration, the Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday.
The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made this known in a statement on Tuesday.
Tunji-ojo reiterated importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, who had to die for the redemption of man, while greeting Christians on the joyous occasion.
In the same vein, the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani, in a statement minister urged Nigerians to use the holiday period to pray for the peace, unity, and stability of the nation.
Similarly, he reassured citizens of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda, which seeks to foster national growth and development.
“Furthermore, he encouraged Nigerians to extend love and goodwill to their neighbours through acts of kindness and generosity.
“The minister wished all Christians a blissful Easter celebration and extended warm holiday greetings to all Nigerians,” the statement added.