ABUJA, Nigeria — The Nigerian government has declared Wednesday 27 May and Thursday 28 May 2026 as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.
The announcement was made on Monday in a formal statement issued by Magdalene Ajani, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
According to the ministry, the two-day holiday is intended to allow millions of Nigerian Muslims to observe the festival alongside the global Islamic community, reflecting the state’s respect for the country’s diverse spiritual heritage.
A Message of Sacrifice and Unity
In his address to the public, Mr. Tunji-Ojo congratulated the Muslim faithful both within Nigeria and in the diaspora on the arrival of Eid-ul-Adha.
He described the occasion as a festival of profound spiritual significance, rooted deeply in the values of sacrifice, obedience to God, and compassion for humanity.
The minister also extended wishes from the federal administration for a peaceful, blessed, and joyous celebration for all citizens observing the festival.
Call for National Reflection
The holiday declaration comes at a time of heightened focus on national stability, with the government explicitly urging citizens to look beyond the festivities toward the broader challenges facing the country.
The statement noted:
“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.”
Mr. Tunji-Ojo further appealed to all Nigerians, regardless of their faith, to embrace a spirit of brotherhood, unity, and peaceful coexistence throughout the holiday period to help foster long-term stability across the federation.
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