Wednesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 28, 2026, have been declared as public holidays for this year’s Eid al-Adha.
The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Ms Magdalene Ajani, in a statement on Monday, said the declaration affirms the federal government’s profound respect for the faith and spiritual heritage of millions of Nigerian Muslims who join the global Islamic community in observing this sacred occasion.
She said the Minister of Interior, Mr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, felicitates with all Muslim faithful in Nigeria and throughout the Diaspora for the celebration.
Eid al-Adha was described as a festival of deep spiritual significance, grounded in the values of sacrifice, obedience to God, and compassion for one’s fellow man.
He urged all Nigerians to use this period for prayer and sober reflection, asking for divine guidance for the country as it continues its pursuit of peace, security, and prosperity for every citizen.
“It is in the spirit of brotherhood, shared humanity, and national unity that the federal government wishes all Muslims a peaceful, blessed, and joyous celebration,” the statement concluded.
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