Eid-Al-Fitr: FG Announces 21st And 24th Of April As Public Holiday

 The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced 21st and 24th of April 2023 as public holiday to mark Eid-al-Fitr celebration in the country 

Rauf Aregbesola on Tuesday made the announcement as a representative of the Federal Government

Rauf Aregbesola affirmed Nigerians that president Muhammadu Buhari is fully committed to a peaceful transition of government following successful elections 

“deep spiritual consciousness” of the fasting period should not end but be maintained

“The federal government has declared Friday 21st and Monday 24th April 2023, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-al-Fitr celebration

“Ogbeni Aregbesola assures that President Muhammadu Buhari is fully committed to a peaceful transition of government following successful elections

“He assures of the government’s commitment to the provision of security for the life and property of every citizen and foreigner in the country 

“The minister commends all security agencies for the successes recorded in the fight against criminals across the country

“He urges Nigerians to be part of the nation’s security architecture by being vigilant and reporting suspicious individuals and activities to law enforcement agencies nearest to them, noting that security is everybody’s responsibility 

“He admonishes Nigerians also to report suspicious activities and persons to the N-Alert application