The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6, as public holidays to mark this year’s Easter celebrations.
The announcement was made in a statement on Wednesday by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
According to the statement, the minister congratulated Christians in Nigeria and the diaspora, urging them to reflect on the virtues associated with the season.
“He urged Nigerians to imbibe the values of selflessness, forgiveness, forbearance, and love as exemplified by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ,” the statement read.
Tunji-Ojo also called on citizens to uphold tolerance and unity, noting that these values are essential to national cohesion.
He reiterated the government’s commitment to policies aimed at fostering national renewal, economic growth, and shared prosperity, and wished Christians a peaceful and joyous Easter celebration.
Good Friday falls on April 3, while Easter Monday will be observed on April 6.
