Breaking: FG Declares 3 Days As Public Holidays For The Yuletide
The Federal Government has declared Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year on Wednesday 25th, Thursday 26th December 2024, and Wednesday 1st January, 2025 as Public Holidays respectively.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani in a statement on Monday in Abuja said The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government.
According to the statement, the minister extended warm greetings to all Nigerians, urging them to use the festive period to reflect on the values of love, peace, and unity that the season signifies.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo in the statement emphasized the importance of the season as a time to
foster harmony and strengthen bonds across families and communities.
The Minister further called on Nigerians to remain committed to the peace, unity and progress of the nation for national development.
“The Christmas season is a good moment for both spiritual reflection and national renewal. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, the Prince of Peace, let us demonstrate kindness and extend goodwill to one another, irrespective of our differences,” said Dr. Tunji-Ojo.
He added that the Federal Government is continually committed to ensuring peace, security, and prosperity across the nation.
“While wishing Nigerians a merry Christmas and a prosperous 2025, the Minister expressed his confidence in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu’s Administration ushering in the new year, a better and prosperous economy that will be the envy of the world”, the statement added.
