The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
The Minister of Interior Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo this in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani.
According to the statement, the declaration reflects the Federal Government’s respect respect for the faith and spiritual heritage of millions of Nigerian Muslims joining the global Islamic community to observe the sacred occasion.
Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslim faithful in Nigeria and the diaspora on the celebration.
He described Eid-el-Kabir as a festival of deep spiritual significance rooted in sacrifice, obedience to God and compassion for humanity.
The Federal Government urged Nigerians to use the period for prayer and sober reflection, seeking for divine guidance for the country as it continues its pursuit of peace, security and prosperity.
“It is in the spirit of brotherhood, shared humanity, and national unity the Federal Government wishes all Muslims a peaceful, blessed and joyful celebration,” the statement read.
