Federal Government has declared Thursday, December 25, and Friday, December 26, 2025, as public holidays to mark Christmas and Boxing Day celebrations.
It also declared Wednesday, January 1, 2026, as a public holiday to celebrate the New Year.
In a statement issued on Monday by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, the Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo called on Nigerians to use the season to reflect on humanity core values of love, peace.
Tunji-Ojo urged citizens, regardless of religious or ethnic backgrounds, to pray for sustained peace, improved security and national development during the festive period.
He also advised Nigerians to remain law-abiding and security-conscious while celebrating, emphasizing the need for collective responsibility in ensuring a peaceful holiday season.
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