The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Friday, June 15 and Monday, June 18 as public holidays to celebrate the 2018 Id-el Fitr after the Ramadan fasting.
The Minister of Interior, Lt. Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau made the declaration in a statement by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. M. Umar in Abuja on Monday.
He felicitated with the Muslims on the successful completion of the Ramadan. He also enjoined all Nigerians to use the occasion of the celebration to pray for the peace, unity, prosperity and stability of the nation.
He also stated that it was government’s desire that “all Nigerians be inspired by the virtues gained during the holy month of Ramadan to live a life of sacrifice, charity and love for one another.”
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FG Declares June 15 And June 18 As Public Holidays
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