Monday, July 28 and Tuesday, July 29 have been declared public holidays to mark the Eid-el-fitri Salah celebration this year.
Federal Government Declares Monday, Tuesday Public Holidays
The Salah celebration will mark the end of the Ramadan fast
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The information was given in a statement made by the ministry of Interior, Abba Moro, on behalf of the federal government.
The statement enjoined all Muslim faithful and Nigerians in general to extend the spiritual benefits of Ramadan, which he said are love, peace, justice to their daily living and through this contribute to the development of Nigeria.
Moro also encouraged all Nigerians to seize the opportunity of the holidays to reflect on the imperative of peace in nation building.
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The minister also wished all Nigerians a most rewarding and peaceful celebration.
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