Yuletide: FG declares Dec 25, 26, Jan 1 as public holidays

The Federal Authorities has declared Wednesday twenty fifth, Thursday twenty sixth December 2024, and Wednesday 1st January, 2025 as Public Holidays to rejoice Christmas, Boxing Day and New Yr respectively.

Everlasting Secretary within the Ministry of Inside, Dr. Magdalene Ajani in an announcement on Monday in Abuja mentioned The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Authorities.

In line with her, the minister prolonged heat greetings to all Nigerians, urging them to make use of the festive interval to replicate on the values of affection, peace, and unity that the season signifies.

Dr. Tunji-Ojo emphasised the significance of the season as a time to foster concord and strengthen bonds throughout households and communities.

The Minister additionally referred to as on Nigerians to stay dedicated to the peace, unity and progress of the nation for nationwide improvement.

“The Christmas season is an effective second for each non secular reflection and nationwide renewal. As we rejoice the start of Jesus, the Prince of Peace, allow us to reveal kindness and prolong goodwill to 1 one other, regardless of our variations,” mentioned Dr. Tunji-Ojo.

He assured residents of the Federal Authorities’s continued dedication to making sure peace, safety, and prosperity throughout the nation.

“Whereas wishing Nigerians a merry Christmas and a affluent 2025, the Minister expressed his confidence within the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu’s Administration ushering within the new yr, a greater and affluent financial system that would be the envy of the world”, the assertion added.