The Federal Government has declared Friday, 29th March, and Monday, 1st of April 2024 as public holidays to mark the 2024 Good Friday and Easter Monday respectively.
Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government.
Tunji-Ojo urged Christians and all Nigerians to emulate the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ in dying for the redemption of man.
According to the Minister, Easter, beyond religious significance, promoted values of love, forgiveness and compassion that were essential for social cohesion and harmony.
He called on Christians to imbibe these virtues in order to impact positively on the socio-economic development in Nigeria by fostering unity, reducing conflicts and encouraging cooperation among Nigerians.
He further urged Nigerians to show acts of charity and generosity to help alleviate the material conditions of the less privileged amongst them, in tune with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
