Eid-il-Fitr: FG Declares Thursday And Friday Public Holidays

Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima

The Federal Government has declared Thursday, 19th March and Friday, 20th March 2026 as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-il-Fitr. Recall that Eid-il-Fitr signifies the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan, and Nigerians have been reacting.

The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, extended warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations to the Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan.

He concluded by urging Muslims to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance and sacrifice.

His words, “The federal government remains committed to fostering national unity and peaceful coexistence among all Nigerians.”

WOW.