- The Federal Government has declared December 25, 26, 2024, and January 1, 2025, as public holidays.
- The holidays are to celebrate Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day.
- The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government.
- The Minister urged Nigerians to use the festive period to reflect on the values of love, peace, and unity.
- He also called on Nigerians to remain committed to peace, unity, and progress.
The Federal Government has declared three public holidays to celebrate Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day. Wednesday, December 25, Thursday, December 26, 2024, and Wednesday, January 1, 2025, will be observed as public holidays .
According to Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, the festive period is an opportunity for Nigerians to reflect on the values of love, peace, and unity. He emphasized the importance of fostering harmony and strengthening bonds across families and communities.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo also called on Nigerians to remain committed to peace, unity, and progress, assuring citizens of the Federal Government’s continued commitment to ensuring peace, security, and prosperity across the nation .
In his message, the Minister expressed confidence in President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which he believes will usher in a better and more prosperous economy in 2025 .
