The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6 as public holidays to mark this year’s Easter celebration.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement on behalf of the government.
He congratulated Christians across Nigeria and in the diaspora on the occasion of Easter.
In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Magdalene Ajani, the minister urged Nigerians to embrace the virtues of selflessness, forgiveness, forbearance and love, as demonstrated in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
He also called on citizens to uphold the values of tolerance and unity that strengthen national cohesion.
Tunji-Ojo reaffirmed the government’s commitment to policies aimed at national renewal, economic growth, and shared prosperity, while wishing Christians a peaceful and fulfilling Easter celebration.