Federal Government has declared today and tomorrow as public holidays to mark the Eid el-Fitr celebration following the non-sighting of the moon on Monday.
The Minister of Interior Lt.-Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau made the declaration yesterday in a statement by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Mr Bassey Akpanyung.
He said the declaration became necessary following the directive by the President General, Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, that the Ramadan fast would continue on Tuesday as a result of the non-sighting of the moon.
Minister urged Nigerians to use the period for sober reflection and ensure harmony, unity and peaceful co-existence.
He called for support to the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari in his effort to pursue socio-economic and political growth of the nation.
Minister wished Nigerians a peaceful celebration.
Federal Government earlier declared Tuesday and today as public holidays.
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