The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6, as public holidays to mark this year’s Easter celebrations.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.

According to the statement, the minister congratulated Christians in Nigeria and the diaspora on the occasion and urged Nigerians to reflect on the virtues associated with the season.

“The Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated all Christians in Nigeria and in the diaspora on the joyous occasion of Easter,” the statement read.

“Dr. Tunji-Ojo urged Nigerians to imbibe the virtues of selflessness, forgiveness, forbearance, and love as exemplified by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.

“He urged Nigerians to remain committed to the values of tolerance and community that keep us together as a nation.

“He reiterated that the goal of the government remains taking decisions that would bring about national rebirth, economic growth, and shared prosperity. He wished all Christians a peaceful and joyous Easter celebration.”

April 3 is Good Friday, while April 6 is Easter Monday.