LAGOS, Nigeria — Federal Government don declare Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, as public holidays to celebrate Good Friday and Easter Monday. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, share dis news on Tuesday as he wish Christians happy Easter.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo talk say it important to remember the virtues of sacrifice and love wey Jesus Christ show when e die for humanity’s redemption. E encourage Nigerians to use the holiday season to pray for peace, unity, and stability for the country.
In a statement from Dr. Magdalene Ajani, Permanent Secretary in the ministry, the minister emphasized President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda, wey dey focus on promoting national growth and development. E remind citizens say the government dey work to create better life for everybody.
“Make we all show love and goodwill to our neighbors during this festive period through acts of kindness and generosity,” Dr. Tunji-Ojo urge. E add say dis season suppose be time for reflection and appreciation for all the good wey the year don bring.
“I wish all Christians a blissful Easter celebration and send warm holiday greetings to all Nigerians,” the statement conclude. As countries dey celebrate Easter around di world, this na time for families to come together and reflect on di values wey unite us all.