Eid-el-Kabir: FG Declares Wednesday, Thursday Public Holidays

The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Wednesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to mark the Eid al-Adha celebration.

Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo announced the holidays in a statement issued on Monday through the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Magdalene Ajani.

According to the statement, the declaration reflects the Federal Government’s recognition of the spiritual importance of the festival to millions of Muslims in Nigeria and across the world.

Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslim faithful in Nigeria and the diaspora, describing Eid-el-Kabir, also known as Eid-ul-Adha, as a festival centred on sacrifice, obedience to God and compassion toward humanity.

He urged Nigerians to use the holiday period to pray for the peace, unity and prosperity of the country.

“The Federal Government urges all Nigerians to use this period for prayer and sober reflection, asking for divine guidance upon the country as it continues its pursuit of peace, security and prosperity for every citizen,” the statement read.

The minister also encouraged citizens to embrace peaceful coexistence, national unity and brotherhood during the celebrations.

The Federal Government wished Muslims across the country a peaceful, joyful and spiritually fulfilling Eid-el-Kabir celebration.