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Eid-el-Fitr

The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Easter celebration.

The announcement was made on Wednesday by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in an official statement.

According to the minister, April 3 will be observed as Good Friday, while April 6 has been designated as Easter Monday, in line with the Christian calendar.

Tunji-Ojo congratulated Christians across Nigeria and in the diaspora on the occasion, urging them to reflect on the values of sacrifice, love, and hope associated with the Easter season.

He also encouraged citizens to use the holiday period to pray for peace, unity, and continued progress of the country.

Easter is one of the most significant celebrations in Christianity, commemorating the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Ihesiulo Grace Amarachi is a Nigerian journalist, writer and media professional serving as the Editor-in-Chief of TheTraffic.NG, a digital news platform covering national and international affairs. Her editorial interests span politics, business, aviation, health, technology, entertainment, sports and social development. She is committed to credible journalism, insightful reporting and compelling storytelling that informs public discourse and keeps readers abreast of important developments in Nigeria, Africa and beyond.