The Federal Government has declared Thursday, 25th December 2025; Friday, 26th December 2025; and Thursday, 1st January 2026 as public holidays to mark the Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year celebrations respectively.
According to a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani, the Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government while extending warm Christmas and New Year felicitations to Christians in Nigeria and across the world.
Tunji-Ojo urged Christians to reflect on the virtues of love, peace, humility, and sacrifice as exemplified by the birth of Jesus Christ, noting that these values are critical to promoting unity, tolerance, and harmony in the nation.
The notice enjoined Nigerians to remain law-abiding, security-conscious, and moderate in their celebrations, while cooperating with security agencies to ensure a peaceful and safe festive period.
“The Christmas season and the New Year presents an opportunity for Nigerians to strengthen the bonds of unity, show compassion to one another, and renew our collective commitment to nation-building,” he said.
He wished all Nigerians a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
