FG Declares May 27 and 28 Public Holidays for Eid-ul-Adha Celebration
The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration.
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja and signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani.
According to the statement, the declaration reflects the government’s recognition of the spiritual importance of the Islamic festival and its respect for millions of Muslims in Nigeria and across the world observing the occasion.
Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslim faithful in the country and the diaspora, describing Eid-ul-Adha as a festival that promotes sacrifice, obedience to God, love, and compassion for humanity.
The minister urged Nigerians to use the holiday period to pray for the nation and seek divine guidance as the country continues efforts toward peace, security, unity, and economic prosperity.
He also encouraged citizens to embrace the values of tolerance, generosity, and peaceful coexistence during and after the celebration.
