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The federal government has declared Wednesday, June 28 and Thursday, June 29, 2023 as public holidays to celebrate this year’s muslim festival, Eid-el-Kabir.

The announcement is contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Oluwatoyin Akinlade.

In the statement, the federal government rejoiced with all muslims, saying that the prayers and sacrifices of the occasion would bring about peace, unity and progress in the country.

The statement reads: “The federal government has declared Wednesday, June 28th and Thursday, June 29th 2023, public holidays in commemoration of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration and heartily felicitates with the Muslim ummah at home and in the diaspora.

“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.

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