By Abraham Olayinka
In an official statement released by the Minister of Interior, Mr. Olubunmi Tunji Ojo, the Federal Government has added Thursday to the public holiday for Eid El Fitr. The holiday will now span from Tuesday to Thursday, providing an extended period for citizens to celebrate the festive occasion.
This was made known in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr Aishetu Ndayako, shared on the ministry’s X account on Tuesday.
The statement said, “The Federal Government has approved Thursday, April 11, 2024 as an additional public holiday to celebrate this year’s Eid -El-Fitr.
“The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, while congratulating the Muslim Ummah for a successful completion of a month of spiritual rejuvenation, reiterates President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s firm commitment to providing a safe and prosperous Nigeria for all to thrive.”
Originally scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, the holiday now includes Thursday as well. The decision to add Thursday to the public holiday comes as the moon sighting for Eid El Fitr was not confirmed, in line with Islamic beliefs and traditions.
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