The federal government has declared Wednesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to celebrate the Eid-el-Kabir festival.
Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, minister of interior, announced the holidays in a statement signed by Magdalene Ajani, permanent secretary of the ministry.
Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslim faithful for the “festival of deep spiritual significance”.
“This declaration affirms the Federal Government’s profound respect for the faith and spiritual heritage of millions of Nigerian Muslims who join the global Islamic community in observing this sacred occasion,” the statement reads.
“The Minister conveys the warm felicitations of the Federal Government to all Muslim faithful in Nigeria and throughout the Diaspora.
“Eid ul Adha is a festival of deep spiritual significance, grounded in the values of sacrifice, obedience to God, and compassion for one’s fellow man.
“The Federal Government urges all Nigerians to use this period for prayer and sober reflection, asking for divine guidance upon the country as it continues its pursuit of peace, security, and prosperity for every citizen.”
Eid-el-Kabir festival is celebrated by Muslims to symbolise the obedience to Allah, which was demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim.
