The declaration was made in commemoration of the Christmas and Boxing Day celebrations.

The announcement was made by Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau via a statement released by ministry spokesman, Alhaji Muhammadu Maccido on Wednesday, December 21.

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Dambazau also urged Nigerians to remain supportive of the Muhammadu Buhari administration in its efforts towards building a peaceful, united and prosperous nation.