The Federal Government has officially declared June 28 and June 29, 2023, as Public Holidays in celebration of Eid-el-Kabir.
The announcement was made by Dr. Oluwatoyin Akinlade, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, in a statement released on Monday in Abuja.
Dr. Akinlade emphasized the significance of the occasion, highlighting the virtues of obedience, sacrifice, and faith demonstrated by Prophet Ibraheem (Peace of Allah be upon him).
She called upon Muslims and all Nigerians to embrace these values and contribute to the growth and development of their communities and the nation as a whole.
Expressing optimism, Dr. Akinlade expressed her hopes that the prayers and sacrifices made during this joyous celebration, along with the message of Eid-el-Kabir, will foster peace, unity, and progress throughout Nigeria.