The minister also urged Nigerians to use the Easter holiday to pray for peace, unity, and stability in the country.
By Titilope Adako
The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday.
This was announced on Tuesday by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani.
Tunji-Ojo urged Christians to reflect on the sacrifice and love shown by Jesus Christ, who died for the redemption of mankind.
He said, “Furthermore, he encouraged Nigerians to extend love and goodwill to their neighbours through acts of kindness and generosity.”
The minister also urged Nigerians to use the Easter holiday to pray for peace, unity, and stability in the country.
According to the statement, “He emphasised the importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, who had to die for the redemption of man, while greeting Christians on the joyous occasion.”
He reassured citizens of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda, which is aimed at driving national development.
“The minister wished all Christians a blissful Easter celebration and extended warm holiday greetings to all Nigerians,” the statement added.
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