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FG declares June 28th, 29th public holidays to celebrate Eid-el-Kabir

The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Wednesday, June 28th, and Thursday, June 29th, 2023, as public holidays to celebrate the Eid-el-Kabir.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Oluwatoyin Akinlade, who disclosed this in a statement on Monday in Abuja, said the declaration is in commemoration of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
“In the spirit of this special occasion, during which we commemorate the great virtues of obedience, sacrifice, and faith as exemplified by Prophet Ibraheem (Peace of Allah be upon him), Muslims, and indeed all Nigerians, are enjoined to make sacrifices for the growth and development of our communities and our great country, Nigeria.
“We are hopeful that the prayers and sacrifices that come with this great celebration, as well as the message of Eid-el-Kabir, will bring about peace, unity, and progress in Nigeria,” she stated.
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