The Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark Eid-el-Fitr, signalling the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani.

According to the statement, the Minister of Interior, Mr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government and extended warm greetings to Muslim faithful on the successful completion of Ramadan.

The minister urged Muslims to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance, and sacrifice emphasised during the holy month.

He also called on all Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the continued peace, unity, and prosperity of the nation.

While wishing Muslims a joyful celebration, Tunji-Ojo encouraged citizens to celebrate responsibly and extend acts of kindness to the less privileged.

The statement added that the Federal Government remains committed to fostering national unity and peaceful coexistence.