The Federal Government has declared July 17 and 20, 2015, as
public holidays to mark Eid-el-fitr sallah celebration.
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of
Interior, Abubakar Magaji, who made the declaration on Tuesday in Abuja,
enjoined all Muslim faithful and Nigerians in general to extend the spiritual
benefits of Ramadan, which include love, peace and sacrifice to the development
of the nation.
He also urged Nigerians to support
President Muhammadu Buhari “in his determination and sustained efforts towards
building a peaceful, united and virile nation.”
Magaji further urged all Nigerians
to use the occasion to pray for peace and unity across the nation.
The Permanent Secretary wished Nigerians a happy
and joyous celebration.
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