The Federal Government has designated Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to celebrate this year’s Eid ul Adha.
The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement released on Monday in Abuja and signed by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani.
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The statement emphasizes that this declaration shows the Federal Government’s acknowledgment of the faith and spiritual heritage of millions of Nigerian Muslims participating in the global observance of this significant festival.
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Tunji-Ojo extended the Federal Government’s warm wishes to Muslims in Nigeria and abroad, highlighting that Eid ul Adha is a celebration centered on sacrifice, obedience to God, and compassion for others.
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He encouraged Nigerians to utilize the holiday for prayer and introspection, seeking divine guidance for the nation as it strives for peace, security, and prosperity.
The statement concluded, “In the spirit of brotherhood, shared humanity, and national unity, the Federal Government wishes all Muslims a peaceful, blessed, and joyous celebration.”

