The Federal Government has announced Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, as public holidays in observance of Good Friday and Easter Monday.

The declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement issued on Wednesday by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani.

Tunji-Ojo extended his felicitations to Christians nationwide, urging them to reflect on the significance of Easter, which embodies the virtues of love, sacrifice, and redemption exemplified by Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection.

He called on Nigerians to use the occasion to pray for the nation’s peace, unity, and sustained progress. Additionally, the minister encouraged citizens to demonstrate compassion and goodwill by supporting one another through acts of kindness and generosity.

Tunji-Ojo wished Christians a joyous Easter celebration and conveyed warm holiday wishes to all Nigerians.