FG declares Friday, Monday Public Holiday for 2023 Eid-Fitri Celebration

The Federal Government has declared Friday 21st and Monday 24th April, 2023, as Public Holiday  to mark this year’s EIdil-Fitr Celebration.

The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola who made this known on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated all Muslims for the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan.



The Minister called on all Muslims to imbibe and practice the virtues of kindness, love, tolerance, peace, self-denial, sacrifice and good neighbourliness, as exemplified by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon Him).

He advised all Muslims, “The self-restrain, self-denial, sacrifice and deep spiritual consciousness that accompanied the fasting period should not end but be maintained and improved upon, in order to be a better person and true worshipper”.

Aregbesola assured President Muhammadu Buhari’s commitment to peaceful transition of government following successful elections and provision of security for life and property of every citizen and foreigners in the country.



According to the statement signed by Minister’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Shuaib Belgore on Wednesday, commending all security agencies for the successes recorded in the fight against criminals across the country.

He urged Nigerians to be part of the nation’s security architecture by being vigilant and report suspicious individuals and activities to law enforcementa gencies nearest to them, noting that security is everybody’s responsibility.

He admonished Nigerians also to report suspicious activities and persons to the N-Alert application while wished Muslims a happy Eidil-Fitr celebration and prays that the peace, blessings and favour of Allah be with you all.

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