Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Wednesday, December 25, Thursday, December 26, 2024, and Wednesday, January 1, 2025, as public holidays to celebrate Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year.
Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani and the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed this on behalf of the Federal Government.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo extended warm greetings to all Nigerians, urging them to use the festive period to reflect on the values of love, peace, and unity that the season signifies.
He emphasized the importance of the season as a time to foster harmony and strengthen bonds across families and communities.
The Minister also called on Nigerians to remain committed to the peace, unity, and progress of the nation for national development.
“The Christmas season is a good moment for both spiritual reflection and national renewal.
“As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, the Prince of Peace, let us demonstrate kindness and extend goodwill to one another, irrespective of our differences,” he said.
He assured citizens of the Federal Government’s continued commitment to ensuring peace, security and prosperity across the nation.
While wishing Nigerians a merry Christmas and a prosperous 2025, the Minister expressed his confidence in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu’s Administration ushering in the new year a better and prosperous economy that will be the envy of the world.
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