The Federal Government has announced Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6, as public holidays to mark this year’s Easter celebration.
The declaration was made in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
According to the statement, the minister congratulated Christians in Nigeria and across the diaspora on the occasion, urging them to reflect on the spiritual significance of the season.
“The Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated all Christians in Nigeria and in the diaspora on the joyous occasion of Easter,” the statement read.
He called on Nigerians to embrace values such as selflessness, forgiveness, patience, and love, which are central to the teachings of Jesus Christ.
“Dr. Tunji-Ojo urged Nigerians to imbibe the virtues of selflessness, forgiveness, forbearance and love as exemplified by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
“He urged Nigerians to remain committed to the values of tolerance and community that keep us together as a nation.”
The minister also reiterated the government’s commitment to policies aimed at fostering national renewal, economic development, and shared prosperity for all citizens.
“He reiterated that the goal of the government remains taking decisions that would bring about national rebirth, economic growth, and shared prosperity.
He wished all Christians a peaceful and joyous Easter celebration,” the statement added.
April 3 marks Good Friday, while April 6 is observed as Easter Monday, both significant dates in the Christian calendar commemorating the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ.
