Eid-ul-Adha: FG Declares June 6, 9 as Public Holidays

The Federal Government has declared Friday, June 6 and Monday, June 9, 2025, as public holidays to commemorate this year’s Eid-ul-Adha (Eid-el-Kabir) celebration.

This announcement was made in a statement issued on Monday by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government.

The minister extended warm congratulations to all Muslims across Nigeria and in the Diaspora, encouraging the Ummah to reflect on and embody the core values of sacrifice, obedience, and unwavering faith as demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him).

Tunji-Ojo also urged Nigerians to take advantage of the festive period to pray for peace, unity, and prosperity across the nation.

“The minister assured Nigerians that the people-oriented reforms and initiatives carried out, in furtherance of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, is to restore Nigeria on the path of progress,” the statement read.

“While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Eid-ul-Adha celebration, the minister urged all Nigerians to join hands with the present administration in its efforts to restore the glory of Nigeria as a great nation.”

Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the most significant holidays in the Islamic calendar, marked by prayers, feasts, and acts of charity in remembrance of Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice in obedience to God’s command.