By Damilare Adeleye
The federal government has announced Friday, 29 of March and Monday 1st of April as public holiday to mark the 2024 Good Friday and Easter Monday respectively.
Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Minister of Interior, made this known on Wednesday on behalf of the federal government, urging Christians and the Nigerian populace to emulate the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ in dying for the redemption of man.
Aishelu Gogo Ndayako, Permanent Secretary for the interior ministry, said the Minister noted “that beyond religious significance, Easter promotes values of love, forgiveness and compassion which are essential for social cohesion and harmony.
“He calls on Christians to imbibe these virtues as they are capable of impacting positively on the socioeconomic development in Nigeria by fostering unity, reducing conflicts and encouraging cooperation among Nigerians.
“He further urged Nigerians to show acts of clarity and generosity to help alleviate the material condition of the less privileged amongst them. This, he said, is in tandem with the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President.”